6th Grade English/Social Studies Assignments
- Instructor
- Mrs. Sheila Doan
- Term
- 2018-2019 School Year
- Department
- English
- Description
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Upcoming Assignments
No upcoming assignments.
Past Assignments
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What an amazing year!
Thank you for all the support and kindness.
I will miss this outstanding group of students!
FYI, there are new pictures in the "Photo Album"
on my teacher web page
of the Homeroom Greek polis groups.
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Spirit Day was so much fun!
Photos are posted on my homepage on the right under "Photo Album."
Don't forget that dismissal tomorrow is at 12:00.
We'll have an awards ceremony, attend an assembly,
and sign yearbooks with the entire grade level at the end of the day.
You don't need to bring anything except a pen for yearbook signing.
Please make sure your locker is completely cleaned out
by the end of the day tomorrow.
Unclaimed items will be donated.
The last day of school is almost here!
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Updates/Announcements
Homeroom Students -
Remember that you will receive your Spirit Day t-shirt tomorrow!
You can change into it during Homeroom.
Also, lunch will be provided to all students for Spirit Day,
so no need to bring one.
Students will be bringing home their 6th grade portfolios today.
Lots of great learning and hard work are reflected in these projects.
Take a minute to look back on all you have accomplished!
If you did not turn in the parent signature yet
for the Summer Suggestions letter,
please bring it tomorrow. You will get a
Jolly Rancher when it is returned!
Important Dates
Wednesday (5/29): Spirit Day!
Minimum Day - 12:30 p.m. dismissal
Lunch is provided for students.
Thursday (5/30): Last Day of School!
Minimum Day - 12:00 p.m. dismissal
Catalina (Outdoor Education) Registration and Payment Due
Due:
Assignment
Updates/Announcments
Thank you for all the wonderful goodies
for our class party! It was a fabulous feast!
Students are bringing home a
"Summer Suggestions" letter with
some ideas about how to avoid
the "Summer Slide." Please get a parent
signature and return the bottom portion
on Tuesday, if possible. The letter is also posted below
in case the hard copy is misplaced.
Don't forget to bring a sturdy bag with handles
for cleaning out your locker on Tuesday. Also, remember
that you will be bringing home your portfolio that day,
so you will have a lot to carry! All you need to bring to class is your
English Journal and the yellow slip with parent signature.
We are rounding up library books!
Please check in your locker and at home to see
if you have any of my classroom library books.
Rewards will be given for recovered books!
Homeroom Students - don't forget to bring "props"
for our Spirit Day dance. We will practice on Tuesday.
Important Dates
Monday (5/27): Memorial Day - No School
Tuesday (5/28): ASB Elections & Clean-Out Lockers
(Bring a handled bag to carry your belongings home.)
Wednesday (5/29): Spirit Day!
Minimum Day - 12:30 p.m. dismissal
Lunch is provided for students.
Thursday (5/30): Last Day of School!
Minimum Day - 12:00 p.m. dismissal
Catalina (Outdoor Education) Registration and Payment Due
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Thursday Classwork:
- Review time for test (including time to do Lesson Games because TCI was down last night)
- Chapter 27/31 Test
Homework: none
English
Thursday Classwork:
- Study Sync - "Blast" activity online
- Greek Mythology - booklet p. 39-40 on "Creatures, Spirits, and Monsters"
Homework: Greek Mythology Assignment #5 - due tomorrow (be prepared to turn in the D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths and the Activity Companion blue booklet)
Please Note
...our End of the Year party is tomorrow!
Please remember to bring your
contribution and drop it off either during Homeroom or at the beginning of class.
Thank you in advance for participating!
...Quarter 4 ends on Friday. All make-up work should
be submitted by that date.
Important Dates
Friday (5/24): Greek Mythology Assignment #5 due
Friday (5/24): Minimum Day (End of Quarter 4)
Friday (5/24): Class Party (Room 309)
Monday (5/27): Memorial Day - No School
Tuesday (5/28): ASB Elections & Clean-Out Lockers
(Bring a handled bag to carry your belongings home.)
Wednesday (5/29): Spirit Day!
Minimum Day - 12:30 p.m. dismissal
Lunch is provided for students.
Thursday (5/30): Last Day of School!
Minimum Day - 12:00 p.m. dismissal
Catalina (Outdoor Education) Registration and Payment Due
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Wednesday Classwork: Polis Points quiz bowl
Homework:
- The Chapter 27/31 Test is tomorrow. Use the blue Study Guide for review guidelines.
- The Chapter 27 Lesson Game (Matrix of Knowledge) and the Chapter 31 Lesson Game (The Sphinx's Riddles) should be completed before the test.
English
Wednesday Classwork:
- Lightning Thief Unit test
- Greek Mythology - booklet p. 38-39 on "Creatures, Spirits, and Monsters"
Homework: Greek Mythology Assignment #5 (remaining pages) - due Friday, May 24
Please Note
...our End of the Year party
will take place on Friday, May 24th. Please consider
signing up to contribute something. Thank you!
...Quarter 4 ends on Friday. All make-up work should
be submitted by that date.
Important Dates
Thursday (5/23): Social Studies Test - Chapters 27/31
Friday (5/24): Greek Mythology Assignment #5 due
Friday (5/24): Minimum Day (End of Quarter 4)
Friday (5/24): Class Party (Room 309)
Monday (5/27): Memorial Day - No School
Tuesday (5/28): ASB Elections & Clean-Out Lockers
(Bring a handled bag to carry your belongings home.)
Wednesday (5/29): Spirit Day!
Minimum Day - 12:30 p.m. dismissal
Lunch is provided for students.
Thursday (5/30): Last Day of School!
Minimum Day - 12:00 p.m. dismissal
Catalina (Outdoor Education) Registration and Payment Due
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Tuesday Classwork:
- Chapter 31 Partner Activity with notes in ISN p. 226-227
- Study guidelines for Chapter 27/31 Test (blue handout)
Homework:
- The Chapter 27/31 Test is on Thursday. Use the blue Study Guide for review guidelines.
- The Chapter 27 Lesson Game (Matrix of Knowledge) and the Chapter 31 Lesson Game (The Sphinx's Riddles) should be completed before the test.
English
Tuesday Classwork:
- "Types of Conflict" activity in English Journal with yellow "Practice & Assess" worksheet
- Review guidelines for Lightning Thief Unit Test
Homework:
- Review for the Lightning Thief Unit Test tomorrow. The test will include questions on comprehension, vocabulary, mythology, allusions, text evidence, and conflict.
- Greek Mythology Assignment #5 (remaining pages) - due Friday, May 24
Please Note
...our End of the Year party
will take place on Friday, May 24th. Please consider
signing up to contribute something. Thank you!
...Quarter 4 ends on Friday. All make-up work should
be submitted by that date.
Important Dates
Wednesday (5/22): English Test - The Lightning Thief
Thursday (5/23): Social Studies Test - Chapters 27/31
Friday (5/24): Greek Mythology Assignment #5 due
Friday (5/24): Minimum Day (End of Quarter 4)
Friday (5/24): Class Party (Room 309)
Monday (5/27): Memorial Day - No School
Tuesday (5/28): ASB Elections & Clean-Out Lockers
(Bring a handled bag to carry your belongings home.)
Wednesday (5/29): Spirit Day!
Minimum Day - 12:30 p.m. dismissal
Lunch is provided for students.
Thursday (5/30): Last Day of School!
Minimum Day - 12:00 p.m. dismissal
Catalina (Outdoor Education) Registration and Payment Due
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Monday Classwork: Chapter 31 = The Legacy of Ancient Greece, activity with partners and notes in ISN p. 226-227
Homework: The Chapter 27/31 Test will be on Thursday. The Chapter 27 Lesson Game (Matrix of Knowledge) and the Chapter 31 Lesson Game (The Sphinx's Riddles) should be completed before the test.
English
Monday Classwork: Lesson on Conflict in English Journal (Internal/External)
Homework:
- "Internal & External Conflict" worksheet
- The Lightning Thief Unit Test will be on Wednesday
- Greek Mythology Assignment #5 (remaining pages) - due Friday, May 24
Please Note
...our End of the Year party
will take place on Friday, May 24th. Please consider
signing up to contribute something. Thank you!
...Quarter 4 ends on Friday. All make-up work should
be submitted by that date.
Important Dates
Wednesday (5/22): English Test - The Lightning Thief
Thursday (5/23): Social Studies Test - Chapters 27/31
Friday (5/24): Greek Mythology Assignment #5 due
Friday (5/24): Minimum Day (End of Quarter 4)
Friday (5/24): Class Party (Room 309)
Monday (5/27): Memorial Day - No School
Tuesday (5/28): ASB Elections & Clean-Out Lockers
(Bring a handled bag to carry your belongings home.)
Wednesday (5/29): Spirit Day!
Minimum Day - 12:30 p.m. dismissal
Lunch is provided for students.
Thursday (5/30): Last Day of School!
Minimum Day - 12:00 p.m. dismissal
Catalina (Outdoor Education) Registration and Payment Due
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Friday Classwork:
- Chapters 28, 29, 30 - overview with discussion
- Chapter 31 = The Legacy of Ancient Greece - Preview Activity in ISN p. 225, Introduction in online text, and "Legacy Cards" Activity with Section 1
Homework: The "Education in Sparta" final printed copy with DBQ packet was collected today. If you did not turn it in, it should be turned in as soon as possible.
English
Homework: Greek Mythology Assignment #5 (remaining pages) - due Friday, May 24
Please Note
Students are bringing home a letter about our End of the Year party.
It will take place on Friday, May 24th.
Please consider signing up to contribute something. Thank you!
Important Dates
Wednesday (5/22): English Test - The Lightning Thief
Thursday (5/23): Social Studies Test - Chapters 27/31
Friday (5/24): Greek Mythology Assignment #5 due
Friday (5/24): Minimum Day (End of Quarter 4)
Friday (5/24): Class Parties (Room 309)
Monday (5/27): Memorial Day - No School
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Thursday Classwork:
- Chapter 27, Sections 4 and 8 (ISN p. 201) and Sections 5 and 9 (ISN p. 202) with reading of text and Interactive Tutorials
- Chapter 27 Summary in text with Interactive Tutorial
- Chapter 27 Processing Activity in ISN p. 203 (partly completed/optional)
- Final revising guidelines for the "Education in Sparta" essay
Homework: The final, printed "Education in Sparta" essay is due tomorrow. Revise and edit carefully, then print before coming to class (single-sided please).
English
Thursday Classwork: Study Sync lesson on "Text Evidence" in Lightning Thief with worksheet in green packet (Define Video, Model Section, and Your Turn quiz)
Homework: Greek Mythology Assignment #5 (remaining pages) - due May 24
Important Dates
Friday (5/17): "Education in Sparta" Essay due
Friday (5/17): 6th Grade Early Dismissal (1:30 p.m.)
*5th Grade Visit
Wednesday (5/22): English Test - The Lightning Thief
Thursday (5/23): Social Studies Test - Chapters 27/31
Friday (5/24): Greek Mythology Assignment #5 due
Friday (5/24): Minimum Day (End of Quarter 4)
Friday (5/24): Class Parties (Room 309)
Monday (5/27): Memorial Day - No School
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Wednesday Classwork:
- Chapter 27 = Life in Two City-States: Athens and Sparta - Sections 2 and 6 on "Government" with ISN p. 199, and Sections 3 and 7 on "Economy" with ISN p. 200
- "Education in Sparta" essay - body paragraphs and conclusion
Homework:
- If not already submitted, please return the parent signature on the "End-of-Year Important Dates" handout
- The "Education in Sparta" essay is due on Friday (final printed copy)
English
Wednesday Classwork: Greek Mythology Assignment #4 checked
Homework:
- IXL E.3 and K.4 - due tomorrow
- Greek Mythology Assignment #5 (remaining pages) - due May 24
Important Dates
Thursday (5/16): IXL - E.3 and K.4 due
Friday (5/17): "Education in Sparta" Essay due
Friday (5/17): 6th Grade Early Dismissal (1:30 p.m.)
*5th Grade Visit
Wednesday (5/22): English Test - The Lightning Thief
Friday (5/24): Greek Mythology Assignment #5 due
Friday (5/24): Minimum Day (End of Quarter 4)
Monday (5/27): Memorial Day - No School
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Tuesday Classwork:
- Chapter 27 = Life in Two City-States: Athens and Sparta - Preview Activity (ISN p. 197), Introduction and Section 1 (with notes in ISN p. 198)
- "Education in Sparta" Essay (body paragraphs)
Homework: If not already submitted, please return the parent signature on the "End-of-Year Important Dates" handout
English
Tuesday Classwork: The Lightning Thief - "First Read" assignment with Sync TV and three additional Think Questions
Homework:
- Lightning Thief - Study Sync "First Read" assignment with "Sync TV" episode and three additional Think Questions (once the Vocabulary section and all six Think Questions are finalized, submit the assignment) - if you did not finish this in class, please complete for homework
- Greek Mythology Assignment #4 (booklet p. 22-29) - due tomorrow
- IXL E.3 and K.4 - due Thursday
- Greek Mythology Assignment #5 (remaining pages) - due May 24
Important Dates
Wednesday (5/15): Greek Mythology Assignment #4 due
Wednesday (5/15): Noontime Fun
Thursday (5/16): IXL - E.3 and K.4 due
Friday (5/17): 6th Grade Early Dismissal (1:30 p.m.)
*5th Grade Visit
Wednesday (5/22): English Test - The Lightning Thief
Friday (5/24): Greek Mythology Assignment #5 due
Due:
Assignment
Please Note...
...an "End of the School Year - Important Dates" flyer
was sent home today. Please get a parent signature
and return the bottom portion by Wednesday.
Social Studies
Monday Classwork: "Education in Sparta" Document Based Question activity - essay writing (Introduction and Body Paragraphs)
Homework: none
English
Monday Classwork: Study Sync, The Lightning Thief, by Rick Riordan - Annotation Assignment in green packet and Study Sync workbook p. 31-35.
Homework:
- Finish the Annotation Assigment for The Lightning Thief in the workbook on p. 31-35.
- Complete the online Think Questions for The Lightning Thief, #1,2,3 - you will also need to do the Vocab. practice before you "Submit Assignment"
- Greek Mythology Assignment #4 (booklet p. 22-29) - due Wednesday
- IXL E.3 and K.4 - due Thursday
- Greek Mythology Assignment #5 (remaining pages) - due May 24
Important Dates
Wednesday (5/15): Greek Mythology Assignment #4 due
Wednesday (5/15): Noontime Fun
Thursday (5/16): IXL - E.3 and K.4 due
Friday (5/17): 6th Grade Early Dismissal (1:30 p.m.)
*5th Grade Visit
Wednesday (5/22): English Test - The Lightning Thief
Friday (5/24): Greek Mythology Assignment #5 due
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Friday Classwork: "Education in Sparta" Document Based Question activity - essay writing (Introduction and Body Paragraphs)
Homework: none
English
Friday Classwork:
- The Lightning Thief introduced
- Handout on next (and last!) IXL assignment - E.3 (Allusion) and K.4 (Supporting Details in Literary Texts)
- Mythology # 5 Assignment (remaining pages) - due Friday, May 24
Homework:
- IXL - E.3 and K.4 (due Thursday)
- Greek Mythology Assignment #4 (booklet p. 22-29) - due Wednesday
- Greek Mythology Assignment #5 (remaining pages) - due May 24
Important Dates
Wednesday (5/15): Greek Mythology Assignment #4 due
Wednesday (5/15): Noontime Fun
Thursday (5/16): IXL - E.3 and K.4 due
Friday (5/17): 6th Grade Early Dismissal (1:30 p.m.)
*5th Grade Visit
Friday (5/24): Greek Mythology Assignment #5 due
Due:
Assignment
The last segment for state testing was completed today.
Students did an amazing job!
We will return to our regular schedule tomorrow.
Social Studies/English
Thursday Classwork: "Education in Sparta" Document Based Question activity - "Thrash Out" debate (pre-writing activity)
Homework: Greek Mythology Assignment #4 - due May 15 (read p. 56-79 in the D'Aulaire's Book of Greek Myths and do p. 22-29 in the "Activity Companion" blue booklet)
Please Note...
...the last Scholastic Book Order of the year is due tomorrow.
For online ordering, go to www.scholastic.com/bookclubs
and use our Class Code: LB99V.
Thanks for the support!
Important Dates
Friday (5/10): 6th Grade Dance
(6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at HMS Cafeteria, Theme: Luau)
Wednesday (5/15): Greek Mythology Assignment #4 due
Wednesday (5/15): Noontime Fun
Friday (5/17): 6th Grade Early Dismissal (1:30 p.m.)
* 5th Grade Visit
Due:
Assignment
We are in the home stretch, just one more day of testing!
Tomorrow (Thursday) will be the
English/Language Arts "Performance Task."
We will resume our regular daily schedule on Friday.
Social Studies
Wednesday Classwork: "Education in Sparta" Document Based Question activity - Documents D and E followed by discussion about choosing a position and organizing arguments
Homework: none
English
Wednesday: Due to the special schedule, we did not meet today.
Homework:
- Greek Mythology Assignment #4 - due May 15 (read p. 56-79 in the D'Aulaire's Book of Greek Myths and do p. 22-29 in the "Activity Companion" blue booklet)
- If you want to do some light review for SBAC, look over your English Journal and the packets we have been using to review English standards.
Please Note...
...the last Scholastic Book Order of the year was passed out yesterday.
If interested in ordering, please do so by Friday.
For online ordering, go to www.scholastic.com/bookclubs
and use our Class Code: LB99V.
Thanks for your support!
Important Dates
Thursday (5/9): CAASPP State Testing Week
ELA "Performance Task"
Friday (5/10): 6th Grade Dance
(6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at HMS Cafeteria, Theme: Luau)
Wednesday (5/15): Greek Mythology Assignment #4 due
Wednesday (5/15): Noontime Fun
Friday (5/17): 6th Grade Early Dismissal (1:30 p.m.)
* 5th Grade Visit
Due:
Assignment
Caasp Testing continues!
It's clear that students are making the effort to "show what they know."
They are awesome!
Our special testing schedule continues through Thursday.
A flyer with specific information is attached below.
Social Studies: Due to the special schedule, we did not meet today.
English:
Tuesday Classwork:
- 4 Types of Writing in English Journal with "Writing Reminders"
- Yellow Packet - "Analysis and Inference" pages
Homework:
- Greek Mythology Assignment #4 - due May 15 (read p. 56-79 in the D'Aulaire's Book of Greek Myths and do p. 22-29 in the "Activity Companion" blue booklet)
- If you want to do some light review for SBAC, look over your English Journal and the packets we have been using to review English standards.
Please Note...
...the last Scholastic Book Order of the year was passed out today.
If interested in ordering, please do so by Friday.
For online ordering, go to www.scholastic.com/bookclubs
and use our Class Code: LB99V.
Important Dates
Monday (5/6) - Friday (5/10): CAASPP State Testing Week
* Please see attached sheet for test reminders and testing schedule!
Friday (5/10): 6th Grade Dance
(6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at HMS Cafeteria, Theme: Luau)
Wednesday (5/15): Greek Mythology Assignment #4 due
Wednesday (5/15): Noontime Fun
Friday (5/17): 6th Grade Early Dismissal (1:30 p.m.)
* 5th Grade Visit
Due:
Assignment
CAASP State Testing went well today!
The special schedule that we will be using
through Thursday is posted below.
Social Studies
Monday Classwork: "Education in Sparta" Document Based Question activity - Documents B,C,D
Homework: none
English - Due to the special schedule this week, we did not meet today.
Homework:
- Greek Mythology Assignment #4 - due May 15 (read p. 56-79 in the D'Aulaire's Book of Greek Myths and do p. 22-29 in the "Activity Companion" blue booklet)
- If you want to do some light review for SBAC, look over your English Journal and the packets we have been using to review English standards.
Important Dates
Monday (5/6) - Friday (5/10): CAASPP State Testing Week
* Please see attached sheet for test reminders and testing schedule!
Friday (5/10): 6th Grade Dance
(6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at HMS Cafeteria, Theme: Luau)
Wednesday (5/15): Greek Mythology Assignment #4 due
Wednesday (5/15): Noontime Fun
Friday (5/17): 6th Grade Early Dismissal (1:30 p.m.)
* 5th Grade Visit
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Thursday Classwork: Chapter 25/26 Test
Homework: none
English
Thursday Classwork:
- Greek Mythology - new assignment information
- Greek Mythology power pt. with p. 7 in the booklet (Olympians)
- SBAC reminders (bright green paper)
- Test-Taking Strategies handout in English Journal
Homework:
- IXL - G.1 and G.2 due tomorrow (Friday)
- Greek Mythology Assignment #4 - due May 15 (read p. 56-79 in the D'Aulaire's Book of Greek Myths and do p. 22-29 in the "Activity Companion" blue booklet)
- If you want to do some light review for SBAC, look over your English Journal and the packets we have been using to review English standards.
7th Grade Electives Registration
Online registration for your
7th Grade Electives
is due tomorrow!
Please read directions carefully and
return signed pink form with a print-out
of your completed online registration
to your Homeroom teacher.
Important Dates
Thursday (5/2): Chapter 25/26 Test (Geography/Rise of Democracy in Ancient Greece)
Friday (5/3): IXL - G.1, G.2 due
Friday (5/3): 7th Grade Elective Registration due
Monday (5/6) - Friday (5/10): CAASPP State Testing Week
* Please see attached sheet for test reminders and testing schedule!
Friday (5/10): 6th Grade Dance
Wednesday (5/15): Greek Mythology Assignment #4 due
Wednesday (5/15): Noontime Fun
Friday (5/17): 6th Grade Early Dismissal (1:30 p.m.)
* 5th Grade Visit
Smarter Balanced Summative Assessments
Monday, May 6th – Thursday, May 9th
- Bring reading material for SSR
- Bring two sharpened pencils
- Bring earbuds/headphones (optional)
- Leave all electronic devices at home or in locker
- Get plenty of sleep each night
- Eat a healthy breakfast
- Bring a bottle of water (optional)
- Arrive on time each day
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Wednesday Classwork: Document Based Question Activity, "Education in Sparta: Did the Strengths Outweigh the Weaknesses?" - Hook Exercise (What do we value?) and Background Essay
Homework: The Chapter 25/26 Test will be tomorrow (Thursday). A Study Guide was passed out yesterday, and both online Lesson Games (Lesson 25 "Charting the Course" and Lesson 26 "The Sphinx's Riddle") should be completed before the test.
English
Wednesday Classwork: SBAC Activity - practice on "Listen/Interpret" and "Brief Writes" sections with Test-Taking Strategies in English Journal
Homework: IXL - G.1 and G.2 due Friday
7th Grade Electives Registration
Online registration for your
7th Grade Electives
is due Friday, May 3rd.
Please read directions carefully and
return signed pink form with a print-out
of your completed online registration
to your Homeroom teacher.
Smarter Balanced Summative Assessments
Monday, May 6th – Thursday, May 9th
- Bring reading material for SSR
- Bring two sharpened pencils
- Bring earbuds/headphones (optional)
- Leave all electronic devices at home or in locker
- Get plenty of sleep each night
- Eat a healthy breakfast
- Bring a bottle of water (optional)
- Arrive on time each day
Important Dates
Thursday (5/2): Chapter 25/26 Test (Geography/Rise of Democracy in Ancient Greece)
Friday (5/3): IXL - G.1, G.2 due
Friday (5/3): 7th Grade Elective Registration due
Monday (5/6) - Friday (5/10): SBAC State Testing Week
Friday (5/10): 6th Grade Dance
Wednesday (5/15): Noontime Fun
Friday (5/17): 6th Grade Early Dismissal (1:30 p.m.)
* 5th Grade Visit
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Tuesday Classwork: Chapter 26, Sections 3 and 4 with notes in ISN p. 194-195
Homework: The Chapter 25/26 Test will be on Thursday, May 2. A Study Guide was passed out today, and both online Lesson Games (Lesson 25 "Charting the Course" and Lesson 26 "The Sphinx's Riddle") should be completed before the test.
English
Tuesday Classwork: SBAC Practice (Listening/Interpret section) and notes on Test-Taking Strategies in English Journal
Homework:
- Greek Mythology Assignment #3 - In D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths, read p. 38-55 and use the Activity Companion booklet to do p. 15-21 (due tomorrow)
- IXL - G.1, G.2 (due Friday) - new date
7th Grade Electives Registration
Online registration for your
7th Grade Electives
is due Friday, May 3rd.
Please read directions carefully and
return signed pink form with a print-out
of your completed online registration
to your Homeroom teacher.
Important Dates
Wednesday (5/1): Greek Mythology Assignment #3 due
Thursday (5/2): Chapter 25/26 Test (Geography/Rise of Democracy in Ancient Greece)
Friday (5/3): IXL - G.1, G.2 due
Friday (5/3): 7th Grade Elective Registration due
Monday (5/6) - Friday (5/10): SBAC State Testing Week
Friday (5/10): 6th Grade Dance
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Monday Classwork: Chapter 26 = The Rise of Democracy Activity - Section 2 (Oligarchy) with notes in ISN p. 193, and Section 3 (Tyranny) activity
Homework: The Chapter 25/26 Test will be on Thursday, May 2
English
Monday Classwork:
- Yellow Packet on "Writing Tests Workshops" - reviewed section on Informative Writing (Expository), p. 141-144
- New white packet on "Main Ideas and Supporting Details" - first two pages together (p. 57-58)
Homework:
- New white packet on "Main Ideas and Supporting Details - complete the remaining pages (p. 59-60)
- Greek Mythology Assignment #3 - In D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths, read p. 38-55 and use the Activity Companion booklet to do p. 15-21 (due next Wednesday, May 1)
- IXL - G.1, G.2 (due Friday) - new date
7th Grade Electives Registration
Online registration for your
7th Grade Electives
is due Friday, May 3rd.
Please read directions carefully and
return signed pink form with a print-out
of your completed online registration
to your Homeroom teacher.
Important Dates
Wednesday (5/1): Greek Mythology Assignment #3 due
Thursday (5/2): Chapter 25/26 Test (Geography/Rise of Democracy in Ancient Greece) - new date
Friday (5/3): IXL - G.1, G.2 due - new date
Friday (5/3): 7th Grade Elective Registration due
Monday (5/6) - Friday (5/10): SBAC State Testing Week
Friday (5/10): 6th Grade Dance
Due:
Assignment
Thanks for coming out to support our Open House.
It was great to see so many students and families!
Social Studies
Friday Classwork: Chapter 25, Introduction and Section 1 in online text with notes in ISN p. 192
Homework: none
English
Friday Classwork: Introduction of IXL G.1 and G.2 (Read and Understand Informational Text) - Remember to take your time and practice being an active reader. Refer to your English Journal for reminders about informational text - text structure, determining main idea, writing a summary, author's purpose
Homework:
- Greek Mythology Assignment #3 - In D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths, read p. 38-55 and use the Activity Companion booklet to do p. 15-21 (due next Wednesday, May 1)
- IXL - G.1, G.2 (due Thursday)
7th Grade Electives Registration
Online registration for your
7th Grade Electives
is due Friday, May 3rd.
Please read directions carefully and
return signed pink form with a print-out
of your completed online registration
to your Homeroom teacher.
Important Dates
Wednesday (5/1): Greek Mythology Assignment #3 due
Thursday (5/2): IXL - G.1, G.2 due
Friday (5/3): Chapter 25/26 Test (Geography/Rise of Democracy in Ancient Greece)
Monday (5/6) - Friday (5/10): SBAC State Testing Week
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Thursday Classwork:
- Chapter 25 - Section 4 with notes in ISN p. 189 (bottom)
- Chapter 25 - Summary (with Interactive Tutorial)
- Chapter 26 = The Rise of Democracy - Preview Activity in ISN p. 191
Homework: none
English
Thursday Classwork: make-up work, portfolio organization, movie (Hercules)
Homework: Greek Mythology Assignment #3 - In D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths, read p. 38-55 and use the Activity Companion booklet to do p. 15-21 (due next Wednesday, May 1)
7th Grade Electives Registration
Online registration for your
7th Grade Electives
is due Friday, May 3rd.
Please read directions carefully and
return signed pink form with a print-out
of your completed online registration
to your Homeroom teacher.
Important Dates
Thursday (4/25): Open House & Halo Awards (5:15 - 7:30 p.m.) -
5:15 p.m. - 5:25 p.m. - HMS Cheer Performance (HMS Auditorium)
5:25 - 6:00 p.m. - PTA Halo Awards (HMS Auditorium)
6:00 - 7:30 p.m. - Classroom Visits
Friday (4/26): Minimum Day (12:30 p.m. dismissal)
Friday (5/3): Chapter 25/26 Test (Geography/Rise of Democracy in Ancient Greece)
Monday (5/6) - Friday (5/10): SBAC State Testing Week
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Wednesday Classwork:
- Chapter 25, Section 3 with notes in ISN on p. 189 (top)
- Polis posters
Homework: none
English
Wednesday Classwork:
- Greek Mythology - Assignment #2 checked and corrected
- Greek Mythology - Assignment #3 introduced
- Greek Vase project with summary of myth assembled
Homework:
- Greek Mythology Assignment #3 - In D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths, read p. 38-55 and use the Activity Companion booklet to do p. 15-21 (due next Wednesday, May 1)
- IXL - C.2, C.3 (due tomorrow)
7th Grade Electives Registration
Online registration for your
7th Grade Electives
is due Friday, May 3rd.
Please read directions carefully and
return signed pink form with a print-out
of your completed online registration
to your Homeroom teacher.
Important Dates
Thursday (4/25): IXL - C.2, C.3 due
Thursday (4/25): Open House & Halo Awards (5:15 - 7:30 p.m.) -
5:15 p.m. - 5:25 p.m. - HMS Cheer Performance (HMS Auditorium)
5:25 - 6:00 p.m. - PTA Halo Awards (HMS Auditorium)
6:00 - 7:30 p.m. - Classroom Visits
Friday (4/26): Minimum Day (12:30 p.m. dismissal)
Monday (5/6) - Friday (5/10): SBAC State Testing Week
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Tuesday Classwork:
- Polis groups activity - handout with history of your assigned polis
- Greek names chosen and nametags made (Greek alphabet)
- Polis Banners
Homework: Chapter 25, Section 2 - Farming in Ancient Greece with notes in ISN, p. 188 (bottom)
English
Tuesday Classwork: Final draft of myth summary paragraph
Homework:
- Greek Mythology Assignment #2 - In D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths, read p. 24-37 and use the Activity Companion booklet to do p. 9-14 (due tomorrow).
- IXL - C.2, C.3 (due Thursday)
Important Dates
Wednesday (4/224): Greek Mythology Assignment #2 due
Wednesday (4/24): Noontime Fun
Thursday (4/25): IXL - C.2, C.3 due
Thursday (4/25): Open House & Halo Awards (5:15 - 7:30 p.m.) -
5:15 p.m. - 5:25 p.m. - HMS Cheer Performance (HMS Auditorium)
5:25 - 6:00 p.m. - PTA Halo Awards (HMS Auditorium)
6:00 - 7:30 p.m. - Classroom Visits
Friday (4/26): Minimum Day (12:30 p.m. dismissal)
Monday (5/6) - Friday (5/10): SBAC State Testing Week
Due:
Assignment
Choir Students -
Remember it is your responsibility to make-up the work you missed on Friday.
Click on "Show All Assignments" to see my posting from last Friday.
Be ready to show me that your missing Classwork is completed.
Social Studies
Monday Classwork: Greek Mythology Vase Project - planning and etching of designs
Homework: none
English
Monday Classwork: Greek Mythology summary paragraphs
Homework:
- Greek Mythology Assignment #2 - In D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths, read p. 24-37 and use the Activity Companion booklet to do p. 9-14 (due Wednesday).
- IXL - C.2, C.3 (due Thursday)
Important Dates
Wednesday (4/224): Greek Mythology Assignment #2 due
Wednesday (4/24): Noontime Fun
Thursday (4/25): IXL - C.2, C.3 due
Thursday (4/25): Open House & Halo Awards (5:15 - 7:30 p.m.) -
5:15 p.m. - 5:25 p.m. - HMS Cheer Performance (HMS Auditorium)
5:25 - 6:00 p.m. - PTA Halo Awards (HMS Auditorium)
6:00 - 7:30 p.m. - Classroom Visits
Friday (4/26): Minimum Day (12:30 p.m. dismissal)
Monday (5/6) - Friday (5/10): SBAC State Testing Week
Due:
Assignment
Choir Students -
Hope you had a great outing!
Please see the information below and try to make up the work by Monday.
Social Studies
Friday Classwork:
- Chapter 25 Preview Activity in ISN p. 187
- Chapter 25, Introduction - we read the Introduction in the online History Alive! text
- Chapter 25, Section 1 - we read Section 1, did the Interactive Tutorial, and completed the notes in the ISN at the top of p. 188
Homework: Please complete the Chapter 25 Classwork if you were absent.
English
Friday Classwork:
- We revised our Greek Myth summary paragraphs (if you were absent, we will discuss this on Monday)
- Lesson on Author's Purpose in English Journal (If you were absent, watch the videos that are posted below to get the main ideas of the lesson. You will need to get the handouts on Monday to complete the English Journal pages.)
- Introduction of IXL assignment - C.2 (Compare Passages for Tone) and C.3 (Identify Author's Purpose). Note: the handout is available and posted below.
Homework:
- Greek Mythology Assignment #2 - In D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths, read p. 24-37 and use the Activity Companion booklet to do p. 9-14 (due next Wed., April 24).
- IXL - C.2, C.3 (due Thursday)
Important Dates
Wednesday (4/224): Greek Mythology Assignment #2 due
Wednesday (4/24): Noontime Fun
Thursday (4/25): IXL - C.2, C.3 due
Thursday (4/25): Open House & Halo Awards (5:15 - 7:30 p.m.) -
5:15 p.m. - 5:25 p.m. - HMS Cheer Performance (HMS Auditorium)
5:25 - 6:00 p.m. - PTA Halo Awards (HMS Auditorium)
6:00 - 7:30 p.m. - Classroom Visits
Friday (4/26): Minimum Day (12:30 p.m. dismissal)
Monday (5/6) - Friday (5/10): SBAC State Testing Week
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Classwork:
- "The Silk Road" BrainPop with Review quiz
- "Why Study Ancient Greece?" - first two pages of new packet
Homework: none
English
Classwork:
- summary writing for chosen Greek myth (yellow packet)
- painting of black "glaze" for "red-figure" vases
Homework:
- If you did not complete in class, finish writing the summary paragraph for your chosen myth (yellow packet)
- Greek Mythology Assignment #2 - In D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths, read p. 24-37 and use the Activity Companion booklet to do p. 9-14 (due next Wed., April 24).
Important Dates
Wednesday (4/24): Noontime Fun
Thursday (4/25): Open House & Halo Awards (5:15 - 7:30 p.m.) -
5:15 p.m. - 5:25 p.m. - HMS Cheer Performance (HMS Auditorium)
5:25 - 6:00 p.m. - PTA Halo Awards (HMS Auditorium)
6:00 - 7:30 p.m. - Classroom Visits
Friday (4/26): Minimum Day (12:30 p.m. dismissal)
Monday (5/6) - Friday (5/10): SBAC State Testing Week
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Wednesday Classwork: Chapter 23 = Han Dynasty project completed
Homework: none
English
Wednesday Classwork: Greek Mythology - "red figure" vase project (each student chose the myth they wanted to use for the project and we prepared the reddish part of the "vase")
Homework:
- IXL - W.3 and W.4 (due tomorrow)
- Greek Mythology Assignment #2 - In D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths, read p. 24-37 and use the Activity Companion booklet to do p. 9-14 (due next Wed., April 24).
Important Dates
Thursday (4/18): IXL - W.3, W.4 due
Thursday (4/25): Open House & Halo Awards (5:15 - 7:30 p.m.) -
5:15 p.m. - 5:25 p.m. - HMS Cheer Performance (HMS Auditorium)
5:25 - 6:00 p.m. - PTA Halo Awards (HMS Auditorium)
6:00 - 7:30 p.m. - Classroom Visits
Friday (4/26): Minimum Day (12:30 p.m. dismissal)
Monday (5/6) - Friday (5/10): SBAC State Testing Week
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Tuesday Classwork: Chapter 23 = Han Dynasty - Processing Activity, ISN p. 172 (final project)
Homework: none
English
Tuesday Classwork: Introduction of Greek Mythology "Vase" project
Homework:
- IXL - W.3 and W.4 (due Thursday)
- Greek Mythology - In D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths, read p. 1-23 and use the Activity Companion booklet to do p. 3-6 and p.9 (due tomorrow).
- Be thinking about which myth you want to focus on for the Greek "vase" project. Have a first and second choice ready.
Please Note...
...we will be needing red and orange crayons for a project tomorrow.
Please bring in any old crayons you might be able to find.
Thank you!
...April Scholastic Book Orders were passed out on Monday.
If interested in ordering, please do so by Wednesday.
For online ordering, go to www.scholastic.com/bookclubs
and use our class code - LB99V.
Important Dates
Wednesday (4/17): Greek Mythology Assignment due (Activity Companion p. 5-6, 9)
Thursday (4/18): IXL - W.3, W.4 (due Thursday)
Thursday (4/25): Open House/Halo Awards
Friday (4/26): Minimum Day (12:30 p.m. dismissal)
Monday (5/6) - Friday (5/10): SBAC State Testing Week
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Monday Classwork: Chapter 23 = The Han Dynasty - Processing Activity in ISN p. 172 (rough draft)
Homework: The rough draft for the Han Dynasty Processing Activity is due tomorrow (two paragraphs)
English
Monday Classwork: D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths - Creation Story on p. 8-15 with family tree in the blue "Activity Companion" on p. 8
Homework:
- IXL - W.3 and W.4 (due Thursday)
- Greek Mythology - In D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths, read p. 1-23 and use the Activity Companion booklet to do p. 3-6 and p.9 (due Wednesday).
Important Dates
Wednesday (4/17): Greek Mythology Assignment due (Activity Companion p. 5-6, 9)
Thursday (4/18): IXL - W.3, W.4 (due Thursday)
Thursday (4/25): Open House/Halo Awards
Friday (4/26): Minimum Day (12:30 p.m. dismissal)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Friday Classwork:
- Completion of Chapter 23 with notes in ISN, p. 167-172, then notes were checked with Answer Key and revised.
- Video - "Mr. Zoller's Podcast - The Qin Dynasty and the Han Dynasty"
Homework: If you have not completed the notes for Chapter 23, please finish them up by Monday - ISN p. 167-172. Don't forget to do the Interactive Tutorials at the end of each section.
Englsih
Friday Classwork:
- Introduction of IXL sections W.3 and W.4 - Dictionary Skills
- Greek Mythology with Activity Companion booklet, p. 1-2
Homework:
- IXL - W.3 and W.4 (due Thursday)
- Greek Mythology - In D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths, read p. 1-23 and use the Activity Companion booklet to do p. 3-6 and p.9 (due Wednesday).
Important Dates
Wednesday (4/17): Greek Mythology Assignment due (Activity Companion p. 5-6, 9)
Thursday (4/18): IXL - W.3, W.4 (due Thursday)
Thursday (4/25): Open House/Halo Awards
Friday (4/26): Minimum Day (12:30 p.m. dismissal)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Thursday Classwork:
- Chapter 23, Sections 4-6 with notes in ISN p. 170-171
- Inspiring Quotes typed, printed, and mounted
Homework:
- If you did not finish the notes for Chapter 23, Sections 4-6 (ISN p. 170-171), please finish them before tomorrow
- The D'Aulaires Book of Greek Myths first assignment is due next Wednesday, 4/17. It includes reading p. 1-15 in the book and using the "Activity Companion" to do p. 5-6. Also, read p. 16-23 in the book and do p. 9 in the "Activity Companion."
English
Thursday Classwork:
- Introduction of D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths activity - books and "Activity Companion" passed out and assignment information communicated
- Power Point presentation with notes in "Activity Companion" on p. 1
- "The Golden Axe" fable with questions (white worksheet)
- Review Guidelines for Aesop's Fables Unit Test tomorrow
Homework: Review for the Aesop's Fables Unit Test tomorrow. The test will include important lessons from this quarter:
- Argumentative Writing - yellow "Writing Test Workshops" packet with essay on "Litter Problem" (and IXL "Trace An Argument" - G.3, G.4)
- Aesop's Fables - comprehension questions and definition of "What is a fable?"
- Theme - English Journal p. 31 with practice worksheet (and IXL - B.1, B.2)
- Theme - Study Sync online activity with pages in green packet
- Grammar - prepositions (IXL - FF.1-FF.4)
- Grammar - Commas Review (IXL - JJ.5)
Please Remember...
... to return the Enrollment Surveys passed out in Homeroom.
Important Dates
Friday (4/12): Aesop's Fables Unit Test
Wednesday (4/17): Greek Mythology Assignment due (Activity Companion p. 5-6, 9)
Thursday (4/25): Open House/Halo Awards
Friday (4/26): Minimum Day (12:30 p.m. dismissal)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Wednesday Classwork: Chapter 23 = The Han Dynasty, Introduction and Sections 1-3 with ISN p. 168-169
Homework: If not completed, finish Chapter 23, Sections 1-3 with notes in ISN p. 168-169
English
Wednesday Classwork:
- Aesop's Fables - Online Assignment, "Theme" with worksheets in green packet (Define Video, Model Section, Your Turn quiz)
- "The Golden Axe" fable with comprehension question
Homework: IXL B.1, B.2, JJ.5 (due tomorrow)
Please Remember...
... to return the Enrollment Surveys passed out in Homeroom.
Important Dates
Thursday (4/11): IXL - B.1, B.2, JJ.5 due
Friday (4/12): Aesop's Fables Unit Test
Thursday (4/25): Open House/Halo Awards
Friday (4/26): Minimum Day (12:30 p.m. dismissal)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Tuesday Classwork:
- Chapter 22 Test
- Chapter 23 Preview Activity in ISN p. 167
- Inspirational Quotes - started search for quotes relating to important figures we have studied this year
Homework: none
English
Tuesday Classwork:
- Aesop's Fables First Read online assignment - Sync TV episodes with Think Questions #4,5
- Aesop's Fables Theme online assignment - Define Video and Model Section with green packet worksheets
Homework:
- Final submission of Aesop's Fables Think Questions #1-5. Don't forget to use the pink handout to revise #1-3, and watch the Sync TV episode while working on #4-5.
- IXL - B.1, B.2, JJ.5 due Thursday (Some of you may have already completed JJ.5 on Commas Review, but we need some additional practice. The assignment requirement is to spend at least 20 additional minutes on it this week).
Please Remember...
... to return the Enrollment Surveys passed out in Homeroom last Friday.
Important Dates
Thursday (4/11): IXL - B.1, B.2, J.5 due
Friday (4/12): Aesop's Fables Unit Test
Thursday (4/25): Open House/Halo Awards
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Monday Classwork:
- Chapter 22 Summary in online text
- "Reading Further: China's Great Walls" in online text with ISN p. 165
- Video - "China's First Emperor"
Homework:
- Be ready to turn in your ISN with Chapter 22 notes complete, including p. 165 (you do not need to do the "Processing" Activity at the bottom of p. 164)
- Complete the Chapter 22 Online Lesson Game before the test tomorrow.
- Review for the Chapter 22 test. You have a blue Study Guide to use as needed.
English
Monday Classwork:
- Aesop's Fables - Frayer Vocab. Model in green packet for vocabulary definitions and practice
- Review of fables and discussion of annotations made
Homework:
- The final revisions for the Aesop's Fables Think Questions #1-3 should be completed and submitted by Wednesday. Don't forget to use the pink handout for Peer Review suggestions.
- IXL - B.1, B.2, JJ.5 due Thursday (Some of you may have already completed JJ.5 on Commas Review, but we need some additional practice. The assignment requirement is to spend at least 20 additional minutes on it this week).
Please Remember...
... to return the Enrollment Surveys passed out in Homeroom last Friday.
Important Dates
Tuesday (4/9): Chapter 22 Social Studies Test = China's First Emperor
Thursday (4/11): IXL - B.1, B.2, J.5 due
Friday (4/12): Aesop's Fables Unit Test
Thursday (4/25): Open House/Halo Awards
Due:
Assignment
Band Festival Students -
Hope you had a great day!
Please see the notes below about make-up work, and
try to spend a little time this weekend getting caught up.
Social Studies
Friday Classwork: Chapter 22 = China's First Emperor (Sections 4 and 5 with notes in ISN p. 163-164)
Homework: The Chapter 22 Test will be on Tuesday. The Online Lesson Game will be due before the test.
English
Friday Classwork:
- Aesop's Fables First Read online assignment - revising of Think Questions #1-3. Continue to use the pink handout for peer review suggestions and make revisions as needed. Band students - you will be given the pink handout on Monday. Final submission for Think Questions is due Wednesday.
- Directions for new IXL assignment - B.1 and B. 2 about Theme and JJ. 5 for Commas Review.
Homework:
- Continue to work on revising your Aesop's Fables Think Questions. The final submission is due Wednesday.
- Band students - be ready to have your Aesop's Fables annotations checked, workbook p. 26-28. Use the "Annotation Assignment" directions in the green packet.
- IXL - B.1, B.2, JJ.5 due Thursday (Some of you may have already completed JJ.5 on Commas Review, but we need some additional practice. The assignment requirement is to spend at least 20 additional minutes on it this week).
Please Remember...
... to return the Enrollment Surveys passed out in Homeroom last Friday.
... to share your report card with your parents.
Important Dates
Tuesday (4/9): Chapter 22 Social Studies Test = China's First Emperor
Thursday (4/11): IXL - B.1, B.2, J.5 due
Thursday (4/25): Open House/Halo Awards
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Thursday Classwork: Chapter 22, Sections 2 and 3 with notes in ISN p. 161-162
Homework: none
English
Thursday Classwork:
- Aesop's Fables - Annotation Assignment (in green packet) with p. 26-28.
- Study Sync online assignment - Aesop's Fables First Read, Think Questions #1,2,3
Homework:
- If not completed in class, work on the "Annotation Assignment" for Aesop's Fables in the Ancient Realms workbook p. 26-29 (use the green packet for directions).
- Complete the Aesop's Fables Think Questions, #1,2,3 in the online First Read assignment. Then do the Vocabulary activity and "Submit."
Please Remember...
... to return the Enrollment Surveys passed out in Homeroom last Friday.
... to share your report card with your parents.
Important Dates
Thursday (4/4): Quarter 3 Report Cards distributed
Friday (4/5): Band Festival
Thursday (4/11): IXL - B.1, B.2, JJ.5 due
Due:
Assignment
What a great assembly!
Here's the link if you are interested.
Social Studies
Wednesday Classwork:
- Chapter 22 = China's First Emperor - Section 1 with notes in ISN p. 160
- Period 1 had a chance to see the first part of the historical movie, "The First Emperor of China." It is posted below for your information.
Homework: none
English
Wednesday Classwork: Discussion and correction of "Theme" yellow worksheet
Please Note...
...the 2019-2020 Enrollment Survey was distributed last Friday.
Parents - please return it as soon as possible. Thank you!
Important Dates
Thursday (4/4): IXL G.3, G.4, FF.3, FF.4 due
Thursday (4/4): Quarter 3 Report Cards distributed
Friday (4/5): Band Festival
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Tuesday Classwork:
- Chapter 21 Test = Three Chinese Philosophies
- Chapter 22 Introduction = The First Emperor of China
- Section 1: Step 1 - Visual Activity in ISN p. 160
Homework: none
English
Tuesday Classwork:
- Lesson on "Theme" in English Journal
- Example for determining theme with "Full House" theme song in English Journal
- "Practice and Assess" yellow worksheet on "Theme"
Homework:
- Yellow worksheet on "Theme" - remember to do both sides and it's okay to highlight your text evidence instead of copying down quotes for #11, 14, 17
- IXL G.3, G.4, FF.3, FF.4 - Remember that G.3 may require more time, so please try to work for at least 45 minutes or reach a score of 100, whichever comes first (due Thursday)
Please Note...
...the 2019-2020 Enrollment Survey was distributed last Friday.
Parents - please return it as soon as possible. Thank you!
Important Dates
Wednesday (4/3): Professional Development 1/2 Day
Dr. Marc Milstein Student Assembly
Minimum Day - 12:30 p.m. dismissal for students
Thursday (4/4): IXL G.3, G.4, FF.3, FF.4 due
Thursday (4/4): Quarter 3 Report Cards distributed
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Monday Classwork:
- Chapter 21 Processing Activity, ISN p. 158, #1-2
- Chapter 22 = The First Emperor of China, Preview Activity in ISN p. 159
- Review for Chapter 21 Test
Homework:
- Complete the Chapter 21 Online Lesson Game
- Review for the Chapter 21 Test
English
Monday Classwork:
- Argumentative Essay/Litter Problem - final revising and editing
- Study Sync - new Ancient Realms workbook passed out
Homework:
- The Argumentative Essay/Litter Problem should be completed by tomorrow. Please revise, edit, and proofread carefully, then "Turn In" using Google Classroom.
- IXL G.3, G.4, FF.3, FF.4 - Remember that G.3 may require more time, so please try to work for at least 45 minutes or reach a score of 100, whichever comes first (due Thursday)
Please Note...
...the 2019-2020 Enrollment Survey was distributed today.
Parents - please return it as soon as possible. Thank you!
Important Dates
Tuesday (4/2): Chapter 21 Test = Three Chinese Philosophies
Wednesday (4/3): Professional Development 1/2 Day
Dr. Marc Milstein Student Assembly
Minimum Day - 12:30 p.m. dismissal for students
Thursday (4/4): IXL G.3, G.4, FF.3, FF.4 due
Thursday (4/4): Quarter 3 Report Cards distributed
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Friday Classwork: Chapter 21 = Three Chinese Philosophies primary source quote analysis activity
Homework: If not already turned in, please complete the China Geography Scroll by Monday.
English
Friday Classwork: Argumentative Writing (yellow packet) - "Litter Problem" essay in Google Classroom
Homework: IXL G.3, G.4, FF.3, FF.4 - Remember that G.3 may require more time, so please try to work for at least 45 minutes or reach a score of 100, whichever comes first (due Thursday)
Please Note...
...the 2019-2020 Enrollment Survey was distributed today.
Parents - please return it as soon as possible. Thank you!
Important Dates
Friday (3/29): 6th Grade Dance
(Theme: Neon 80s)
Tuesday (4/2): Chapter 21 Test = Three Chinese Philosophies
Wednesday (4/3): Minimum Day, 12:30 Dismissal
Thursday (4/4): IXL G.3, G.4, FF.3, FF.4 due
Thursday (4/4): Quarter 3 Report Cards distributed
Due:
Assignment
Choir Students -
Don't forget to make up the Classwork as well as the Homework.
Social Studies
Thursday Classwork: Chapter 21, Section 4 = Legalism - read the section in the online text and completed notes in ISN p. 157
Homework: If not already turned in, please complete the China Geography Scroll by Monday.
English
Thursday Classwork: Argumentative Writing/Litter Problem (completed first draft of five paragraph essay in Google Classroom assignment) - Don't forget to use the yellow packet for guidelines!
Homework: IXL - L.2, FF.1, FF.2 (Hopefully you have already completed these sections. Remember that we have talked about L.2. It is a section that takes longer than usual, so you have been asked to devote a little extra time to it if possible....45 minutes)
Important Dates
Friday (3/29): IXL - L.2, FF.1, FF.2 due
Friday (3/29): ASB Assembly
Friday (3/29): 6th Grade Dance
(Theme: Neon 80s)
Tuesday (4/2): Chapter 21 Test = Three Chinese Philosophies
Wednesday (4/3): Minimum Day, 12:30 Dismissal
Thursday (4/4): Quarter 3 Report Cards distributed
Due:
Assignment
Choir Students -
If you are missing school on Thursday, please do the make-up work
for what you will be missing by Friday if possible.
Social Studies - read Chapter 21, Section 4 online and do the notes in the ISN, p. 157.
English- Finish your first draft of the Google Classroom writing assignment, "Litter Problem" (all five paragraphs). Don't forget to refer to the yellow packet for reminders about Argumentative Writing.
Homework: IXL L.2, FF.1, FF.2 - due Friday (and be ready to turn in the blue Social Studies worksheet from today)
Wednesday's Posting:
Social Studies
Wednesday Classwork: Chapter 21, Section 3 = Daoism, with notes in ISN p. 156
Homework:
- Blue "History Reading Skill"/"Basics of the Three Ways" worksheet
- If you have not finished the "Geography of China" scroll, please try to turn it in by Monday.
English
Wednesday Classwork:
- Argumentative Writing - yellow packet p. 137-139
- Google Classroom assignment - "Litter Problem" argumentative essay
Homework: IXL L.2, FF.1, FF.2 (due Friday)
Important Dates
Thursday (3/28): Quarter 3 Grades Due
Friday (3/29): IXL - L.2, FF.1, FF.2 due
Friday (3/29): ASB Assembly
Friday (3/29): 6th Grade Dance
(Theme: Neon 80s)
Tuesday (4/2): Chapter 21 Test = Three Chinese Philosophies
Wednesday (4/3): Minimum Day, 12:30 Dismissal
Thursday (4/4): Quarter 3 Report Cards distributed
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Tuesday Classwork:
- Chapter 21, Section 2 = Confucianism with notes in ISN p. 155
- Compare/Contrast Geography of China scroll
Homework: "Confucius: China's Great Teacher" handout - read and highlight/annotate passage and answer questions #1-5
English
Tuesday Classwork: "Writing Test Workshops" yellow packet - p. 133-138
Homework: IXL - L.2, FF.1, FF.2 due Friday
Important Dates
Thursday (3/28): Quarter 3 Grades Due
Friday (3/29): IXL - L.2, FF.1, FF.2 due
Friday (3/29): ASB Assembly
Friday (3/29): 6th Grade Dance
(Theme: Neon 80s)
Tuesday (4/2): Chapter 21 Test = Three Chinese Philosophies
Wednesday (4/3): Minimum Day, 12:30 Dismissal
Thursday (4/4): Quarter 3 Report Cards distributed
Due:
Assignment
Welcome back from Spring Break!
Hope you all had a wonderful, restful break
and are now ready for the home stretch -
Quarter 4!
Social Studies
Monday Classwork: Chapter 21 = Three Chinese Philosophies - Preview Activity in ISN p. 153, Section 1 in online text with notes in ISN p. 154
Homework: none
English
Monday Classwork:
- IXL L.2 - Create Varied Sentences Based on Models
- IXL FF.1 and FF.2 - Identify Prepositions and Their Objects
- Compare/Contrast Writing - Geography of China Scroll
Homework: IXL L.2, FF.1, FF.2 - work on these sections for 15-20 minutes each night (due Friday)
Important Dates
Monday (3/25): School Resumes (Quarter 4 Begins!)
Thursday (3/28): Quarter 3 Grades Due
Friday (3/29): ASB Assembly
Friday (3/29): 6th Grade Dance
(Theme: Neon 80s)
Wednesday (4/3): Minimum Day, 12:30 Dismissal
Thursday (4/4): Quarter 3 Report Cards distributed
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Thursday Classwork: Geography of China Compare/Contrast writing project
Homework: If you did not finish in class, complete the rough draft for the Geography Scroll Compare/Contrast writing project.
English
Thursday Classwork: Guidelines for writing compare/contrast essays.
Homework: The Nonfiction Book Report is tomorrow (Friday).
HOMEROOM STUDENTS
I just received notification that we can use 3 colors on our t-shirts.
We'll talk about it tomorrow, but may not vote until after Spring Break.
Below is the link to create a t-shirt design for Spirit Day.
Important Dates
Friday (3/15): Nonfiction Book Report due
Friday (3/15): Quarter 3 Ends (Minimum Day)
Monday (3/18) - Friday (3/22): Spring Break!
Monday (3/25): School Resumes (Quarter 4 Begins!)
Thursday (3/28): Quarter 3 Grades Due
Friday (3/29): ASB Assembly
Friday (3/29): 6th Grade Dance
(Theme: Neon 80s)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Wednesday Classwork:
- Geography of China Compare/Contrast writing project
- Chapter 19/20 Test
Homework: none
English
Wednesday Classwork: Compare/Contrast writing - Organization (yellow packet)
Homework: The Nonfiction Book Report is due on Friday, March 15.
The Los Angeles County Spelling Bee is today!
Our SMUSD Spelling Champ, Henry Lyu, will be competing.
Friends and family are welcome, and there is no cost to attend.
What: Los Angeles County Spelling Bee
When: Wednesday, March 13 at 4:00 p.m. (arrive by 3:45 p.m.)
Were: Almansor Court Event Center
700 S. Almansor
Alhambra, CA
HOMEROOM STUDENTS
Below is the link to create a t-shirt design for Spirit Day.
Please be prepared to show your t-shirt design
to the class for voting by Thursday, March 7th.
Important Dates
Wednesday (3/13): Los Angeles County Spelling Bee
(4:00 p.m at Almansor Court, Alhambra)
Friday (3/15): Nonfiction Book Report due
Friday (3/15): Quarter 3 Ends (Minimum Day)
Monday (3/18) - Friday (3/22): Spring Break!
Monday (3/25): School Resumes (Quarter 4 Begins!)
Thursday (3/28): Quarter 3 Grades Due
Friday (3/29): ASB Assembly
Friday (3/29): 6th Grade Dance
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Tuesday Classwork:
- Compare & Contrast Writing (yellow packet) - first two pages
- Planning for China's geographic regions/compare & contrast writing in ISN p. 146
- Review for Ch. 19/20 test
Homework:
- Make sure the notes begun in class for Chapter 20, Sections 1-8 (ISN p. 148-152) are legible and complete. The ISN should be turned in tomorrow before the test.
- The Chapter 20 "Shang Artifact Log" will also need to be turned in tomorrow before the test (blue worksheet).
- The Chapter 19/20 Social Studies test is tomorrow (Wednesday). The online Chapter 19 Lesson Game and Chapter 20 Lesson Game should be completed before the test.
English
Tuesday Classwork: Quarter 3 English Test
Homework: The Nonfiction Book Report is due on Friday, March 15.
The Los Angeles County Spelling Bee is tomorrow!
Our SMUSD Spelling Champ, Henry Lyu, will be competing.
Friends and family are welcome, and there is no cost to attend.
What: Los Angeles County Spelling Bee
When: Wednesday, March 13 at 4:00 p.m. (arrive by 3:45 p.m.)
Were: Almansor Court Event Center
700 S. Almansor
Alhambra, CA
HOMEROOM STUDENTS
Below is the link to create a t-shirt design for Spirit Day.
Please be prepared to show your t-shirt design
to the class for voting by Thursday, March 7th.
Scholastic Book Orders
March Scholastic Book Order flyers were sent home with
students last week. If interested, please submit orders by tomorrow.
For online ordering, use the website -
our class code - LB99V.
Important Dates
Wednesday (3/13): Scholastic Book Orders due
Wednesday (3/13): Social Studies Ch. 19/20 Test
(The Geography of Ancient China & The Shang Dynasty)
Wednesday (3/13): Los Angeles County Spelling Bee
(4:00 p.m at Almansor Court, Alhambra)
Friday (3/15): Nonfiction Book Report due
Friday (3/15): Quarter 3 Ends (Minimum Day)
Monday (3/18) - Friday (3/22): Spring Break!
Monday (3/25): School Resumes (Quarter 4 Begins!)
Thursday (3/28): Quarter 3 Grades Due
Friday (3/29): ASB Assembly
Friday (3/29): 6th Grade Dance
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Monday Classwork:
- Chapter 20 = The Shang Dynasty - Artifact Activity Wrap-Up
- "China: The Land of Contrasts" processing activity (ISN p. 146) - brainstorming and planning for Compare/Contrast paragraph
Homework:
- Make sure the notes begun in class for Chapter 20, Sections 1-8 (ISN p. 148-152) are legible and complete. The ISN should be turned in on Wednesday before the test.
- The Chapter 20 "Shang Artifact Log" will also need to be turned in on Wednesday before the test (blue worksheet).
- The Chapter 19/20 Social Studies test will be on Wednesday. The online Chapter 19 Lesson Game and Chapter 20 Lesson Game should be completed before that date.
English
Monday Classwork:
- Study Sync online lesson - "Media" with green packet p. 9-10
- Quarter 3 English Test Review guidelines (yellow handout)
Homework:
- "The Road Not Taken" green packet should be completed by tomorrow and turned in before the test.
- The Quarter 3 English Test will be tomorrow. Use the yellow handout, or the file posted below, for Review Guidelines.
- The Nonfiction Book Report is due on Friday, March 15.
HOMEROOM STUDENTS
Below is the link to create a t-shirt design for Spirit Day.
Please be prepared to show your t-shirt design
to the class for voting by Thursday, March 7th.
Scholastic Book Orders
March Scholastic Book Order flyers were sent home with
students last week. If interested, please submit orders by
Tuesday, March 12th.
For online ordering, use the website -
our class code - LB99V.
Important Dates
Tuesday (3/12): English Quarter 3 Test
Tuesdy (3/12): Scholastic Book Orders due
Wednesday (3/13): Social Studies Ch. 19/20 Test
(The Geography of Ancient China & The Shang Dynasty)
Friday (3/15): Nonfiction Book Report due
Friday (3/15): Quarter 3 Ends (Minimum Day)
Monday (3/18) - Friday (3/22): Spring Break!
Monday (3/25): School Resumes (Quarter 4 Begins!)
Thursday (3/28): Quarter 3 Grades Due
Friday (3/29): ASB Assembly
Friday (3/29): 6th Grade Dance
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Friday Classwork: Chapter 20 Activity - final 3 stations for artifact activity with notes in ISN p. 148-152
Homework:
- Complete the notes begun in class for Chapter 20, Sections 1-8 (ISN p. 148-152). The ISN should be turned in on Wednesday before the test.
- The Chapter 20 "Shang Artifact Log" will also need to be turned in on Wednesday before the test (blue worksheet).
- The Chapter 19/20 Social Studies test will be on Wednesday. The online Chapter 19 Lesson Game and Chapter 20 Lesson Game should be completed before that date.
English
Friday Classwork:
- Study Sync Lesson on "Poetic Elements" with worksheets in green packet, p. 5-6.
- "The Road Not Taken" green packet, p. 12 - "Sensory Language"
- Nonfiction Book Report
Homework:
- "The Road Not Taken" green packet, p. 12 (if not finished in class)
- The Quarter 3 English Test will be on Tuesday. See the attached file for review guidelines.
- The Nonfiction Book Report is due on Friday, March 15.
HOMEROOM STUDENTS
Below is the link to create a t-shirt design for Spirit Day.
Please be prepared to show your t-shirt design
to the class for voting by Thursday, March 7th.
Scholastic Book Orders
March Scholastic Book Order flyers were sent home with
students today. If interested, please submit orders by
Tuesday, March 12th.
For online ordering, use the website -
our class code - LB99V.
Important Dates
Thursday (3/7) - Saturday (3/9): HMS Musical Mulan
Tuesday (3/12): English Quarter 3 Test
Tuesdy (3/12): Scholastic Book Orders due
Wednesday (3/13): Social Studies Ch. 19/20 Test
(The Geography of Ancient China & The Shang Dynasty)
Friday (3/15): Nonfiction Book Report due
Friday (3/15): Quarter 3 Ends (Minimum Day)
Monday (3/18) - Friday (3/22): Spring Break!
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Thursday Classwork: Chapter 20 =The Shang Dynasty - Artifact Activity
Homework: Complete the reading and ISN notes for those sections you began in class (if you did not finish in class)
English
Thursday Classwork:
- "The Road Not Taken" Study Sync lesson on Poetic Elements with green packet, p. 3-4
- Nonfiction Book Report - directions for all four pages
Homework: "The Road Not Taken" green packet - p. 11
Important Dates
Thursday (3/7) - Saturday (3/9): HMS Musical Mulan
Tuesday (3/12): English "Final" Test
Wednesday (3/13): Social Studies Ch. 19/20 Test
(The Geography of Ancient China & The Shang Dynasty)
Friday (3/15): Nonfiction Book Report due
Friday (3/15): Quarter 3 Ends (Minimum Day)
Monday (3/18) - Friday (3/22): Spring Break!
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Wednesday Classwork: Chapter 20 = The Shang Dynasty - Introduction in online text and Artifact Activity (one section)
Homework: none
English
Wednesday Classwork:
- "The Road Not Taken" - Sync TV analysis of Tone
- Nonfiction Book Report - directions and p. 1 (Note: We will be working on the book report in class on Thursday and Friday, then it will go home as homework. It is due Friday, March 15.)
Homework:
- Yellow worksheet on "Tone"
- IXL - F.3, CC.1, CC.2 (due tomorrow)
Important Dates
Thursday (3/7): IXL - F.3, CC.1, CC.2 due
Thursday (3/7) - Saturday (3/9): HMS Musical Mulan
Tuesday (3/12): English "Final" Test
Wednesday (3/13): Social Studies Ch. 19/20 Test
(The Geography of Ancient China & The Shang Dynasty)
Friday (3/15): Nonfiction Book Report due
Friday (3/15): Quarter 3 Ends (Minimum Day)
Monday (3/18) - Friday (3/22): Spring Break!
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Tuesday Classwork:
- Chapter 19, Sections 8 and 9 with notes in ISN p. 144-145
- Chapter 20 Preview Activity in ISN, p. 147
Homework: none
English
Tuesday Classwork:
- Self-grading rubric for "The Road Not Taken" Think Questions #1, 2
- English Journal lesson on Tone and Mood in literature
Homework:
- The reading due date for the Nonfiction Book Report is tomorrow (Wednesday). Bring your book to class because we will be starting the project as classwork. The Stop & Jot post-its will also be checked.
- IXL - F.3, CC.1, CC.2 (due Thursday)
Important Dates
Wednesday (3/6): Nonfiction Book Report - Reading Due Date
(Bring your book to school as you will
begin the book report assignment in class).
Wednesday (3/6): Noontime Fun
Thursday (3/7): IXL - F.3, CC.1, CC.2 due
Thursday (3/7) - Saturday (3/9): HMS Musical Mulan
Tuesday (3/12): English "Final"
Wednesday (3/13): Social Studies Ch. 19/20 Test
Friday (3/15): Quarter 3 Ends (Minimum Day)
Monday (3/18) - Friday (3/22): Spring Break!
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Monday Classwork: Chapter 19 = Geography and the Early Settlement of China - Sections 3-7 with notes in ISN, p. 142-143
Homework: none
English
Monday Classwork: "The Road Not Taken" by Robert Frost - annotation and discussion in Study Sync workbook p. 57
Homework:
- Think Questions #1 and #2 (on yellow handout).
- The reading due date for the Nonfiction Book Report is this Wednesday, March 6th. Try to do a little reading every day, and don't forget to work on the Stop & Jot post-its.
- IXL - F.3, CC.1, CC.2 (due Thursday)
Important Dates
Wednesday (3/6): Nonfiction Book Report - Reading Due Date
(Bring your book to school as you will
begin the book report assignment in class).
Wednesday (3/6): Noontime Fun
Thursday (3/7): IXL - F.3, CC.1, CC.2 due
Thursday (3/7) - Saturday (3/9): HMS Musical Mulan
Tuesday (3/12): English "Final"
Wednesday (3/13): Social Studies Ch. 19/20 Test
Friday (3/15): Quarter 3 Ends (Minimum Day)
Monday (3/18) - Friday (3/22): Spring Break!
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Thursday Classwork: Chapter 18 = The Achievements for the Gupta Empire - reading in online text with notes in ISN p. 130-133
Homework: If you did not finish the reading and notes in class, you will need to complete the chapter and turn in your ISN by Monday.
English
Thursday Classwork:
- "Skunk Spray" - Main Idea/Supporting Details Organizing and Outlining Activity
- Period 1 - "The Road Not Taken" by Robert Frost - Vocabulary
- Period 3 - BrainPop - "Main Idea" with Review Quiz
Homework:
- "Popcorn" worksheet - Summarizing Informational Text (Don't forget to look on the back. There are 10 questions total.)
- Nonfiction Book Report - Unfortunately I had a typo on this posting before. The actual reading due date is Wednesday March 6 (as posted in the classroom). Try to do a little reading every day, and don't forget to work on the Stop & Jot post-its.
Important Dates
Wednesday (3/6): Nonfiction Book Report - Reading Due Date (new date)
(Bring your book to school as you will
begin the book report assignment in class).
Thursday (3/7) - Saturday (3/9): HMS Musical Mulan
Friday (3/15): Quarter 3 Ends (Minimum Day)
Monday (3/18) - Friday (3/22): Spring Break!
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Wednesday Classwork:
- Chapter 17 Test
- Chapter 18 - skipped Preview activity, independent work on Sections 1-8 with notes in ISN p. 130-133
Homework: none
English
Wednesday Classwork:
- English Journal Activity on "Writing A Summary"
- Independent Practice worksheet - Organizing and Outlining
Homework:
- Complete the Organizing/Outlining Worksheet if not finished in class
- Nonfiction Book Report - The reading due date has been changed to March 7 to allow more time to complete the reading and Stop & Jot post-its, but keep reading every day!
- IXL - BB.4, BB.5, A.1 (due tomorrow)
Important Dates
Thursday (2/28): IXL - BB.4, BB.5, A.1 due
Thursday (3/7): Nonfiction Book Report - Reading Due Date
(Bring your book to school as you will
begin the book report assignment in class).
Thursday (3/7) - Saturday (3/9): HMS Musical Mulan
Friday (3/15): Quarter 3 Ends (Minimum Day)
Monday (3/18) - Friday (3/22): Spring Break!
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Tuesday Classwork:
- Ashoka's Edicts partner activity completed
- Chapter 17 Summary in online text
- Video - "The Edicts of Ashoka" - The Story of India (BBC)
- Review guidelines for test
Homework:
- Review for Chapter 17 test tomorrow (refer to blue "Study Guide")
- Complete the Chapter 17 Online Lesson Game
- Be ready to turn in the Ashoka's Edicts activity pages (don't forget to proofread)
English
Tuesday Classwork: "Hurricane Katrina" article - English Journal activity on Main Idea/Transitional Sentences/Supporting Details
Homework:
- Nonfiction Book Report - The reading due date has been changed to March 7 to allow more time to complete the reading and Stop & Jot post-its, but keep reading every day!
- IXL - BB.4, BB.5, A.1 (due Thursday)
Important Dates
Wednesday (3/6): Noontime Fun
Wednesday (2/27): Chapter 17 Social Studies Test
Thursday (2/28): IXL - BB.4, BB.5, A.1 due
Thursday (3/7): Nonfiction Book Report - Reading Due Date - new deadline
(bring your book so we can begin the project in class)
Thursday (3/7) - Saturday (3/9): HMS Musical Mulan
Friday (3/15): Quarter 3 Ends (Minimum Day)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Monday Classwork: Chapter 17 - Ashoka's Edicts Activity
Homework: The Chapter 17 Test will be on Wednesday. The Chapter 17 Online Lesson Game will need to be completed before the test (due Wed.)
English
Monday Classwork:
- Characterization worksheet reviewed and corrected
- Determining Main Idea activity in English Journal
Homework:
- Main Idea practice worksheet
- Nonfiction Book Report - The reading due date has been changed to March 7 to allow more time to complete the reading and Stop & Jot post-its, but keep reading every day!
- IXL - BB.4, BB.5, A.1 (due Thursday)
Important Dates
Wednesday (3/6): Noontime Fun
Wednesday (2/27): Chapter 17 Social Studies Test
Thursday (2/28): IXL - BB.4, BB.5, A.1 due
Thursday (3/7): Nonfiction Book Report - Reading Due Date - new deadline
(bring your book so we can begin the project in class)
Thursday (3/7) - Saturday (3/9): HMS Musical Mulan
Friday (3/15): Quarter 3 Ends (Minimum Day)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Friday Classwork:
- Chapter 17, Section 3 with notes in ISN p. 127
- Activity - Ashoka's Edicts partner activity
Homework: none
English
Friday Classwork: Characterization lesson in English Journal
Homework:
- "Characterization" worksheet
- Nonfiction Book Report - The reading due date has been changed to March 7 to allow more time to complete the reading and Stop & Jot post-its, but keep reading every day!
- IXL - BB.4, BB.5, A.1 (due Thursday)
Please Note...
Our Third Annual Spelling Bee was a big success!
Congrats to all the participants who did an amazing job,
and thanks to all the families who supported them.
Special congratulations to our winners, both from Mrs. Doan's Period 4 English class -
Henry Lyu - 1st Place
Gia Song - 2nd Place
Henry will represent SMUSD at the County Bee on March 13th in Alhambra.
Good luck Henry!
Important Dates
Wednesday (3/6): Noontime Fun
Thursday (2/28): IXL - BB.4, BB.5, A.1 due
Thursday (3/7): Nonfiction Book Report - Reading Due Date - new deadline
(bring your book so we can begin the project in class)
Thursday (3/7) - Saturday (3/9): HMS Musical Mulan
Friday (3/15): Quarter 3 Ends (Minimum Day)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Thursday Classwork: Chapter 17 = The First Unification of India - Introduction, Sections 1-2 with notes in ISN p. 126
Homework: none
English
Thursday Classwork:
- "Eleven" Symbolism/Red Sweater Activity
- English Journal activity on "Characterization"
Homework:
- Nonfiction Book Report - The reading due date has been changed to March 7 to allow more time to complete the reading and Stop & Jot post-its, but keep reading every day!
Important Dates
Thursday (2/21): SMUSD Elementary Spelling Bee
(6:30-8:00-ish p.m. in the HMS Cafeteria)
Wednesday (3/6): Noontime Fun
Thursday (3/7): Nonfiction Book Report - Reading Due Date - new deadline
(bring your book so we can begin the project in class)
Thursday (3/7) - Saturday (3/9): HMS Musical Mulan
Friday (3/15): Quarter 3 Ends (Minimum Day)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Wednesday Classwork:
- Chapter 16 Test
- Chapter 17 Preview Activity - ISN p. 125
Homework: If not completed in class, finish the Chapter 17 Preview Activity in the ISN, p. 125
English
Wednesday Classwork:
- "Eleven" Symbolism/Red Sweater Activity
- English Journal activity on action verbs, helping verbs, transitive verbs, and linking verbs
Homework:
- IXL - BB.1, BB.2, BB.3 (due tomorrow)
- Nonfiction Book Report - The reading due date has been changed to March 7 to allow more time to complete the reading and Stop & Jot post-its, but keep reading every day
Important Dates
Thursday (2/21): Yearbook Activities Picture Day
Thursday (2/21): IXL - BB.1, BB.2, BB.3 due
Thursday (2/21): SMUSD Elementary Spelling Bee
(6:30-8:00-ish p.m. in the HMS Cafeteria)
Wednesday (3/6): Noontime Fun
Thursday (3/7): Nonfiction Book Report - Reading Due Date - new deadline
(bring your book so we can begin the project in class)
Thursday (3/7) - Saturday (3/9): HMS Musical Mulan
Friday (3/15): Quarter 3 Ends (Minimum Day)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Tuesday Classwork: Chapter 16 - Investigating Primary Sources section in online chapter
Homework:
- Review for Chapter 16 test tomorrow
- Complete the Chapter 16 Online Lesson Game (your score will be recorded as a homework grade)
English
Tuesday Classwork: Symbolism in "Eleven" lesson with writing activity
Homework:
- If you did not finish in class, complete the rough draft for the Symbolism/Red Sweater activity
- IXL - BB.1, BB.2, BB.3 (due Thursday 2/21)
- Nonfiction Book Report - Continue to read and use the Stop & Jot post-its to make notes per the directions. The reading should be completed by Wednesday, February 27.
Important Dates
Wednesday (2/20): Social Studies Chapter 16 Test
Thursday (2/21): Yearbook Activities Picture Day
Thursday (2/21): IXL - BB.1, BB.2, BB.3 due
Thursday (2/21): SMUSD Elementary Spelling Bee
(6:30-8:00-ish p.m. in the HMS Cafeteria)
Friday (2/22): "Eleven" Test
Wednesday (2/27): Nonfiction Book Report - Reading Due Date
(bring your book to class so we can begin the project)
Wednesday (3/6): Noontime Fun
Thursday (3/7) - Saturday (3/9): HMS Musical Mulan
Friday (3/15): Quarter 3 Ends (Minimum Day)
Due:
Assignment
What a great Career Day!
We heard so many interesting speakers.
Thanks to everyone who took the time to participate!
Social Studies
Homework: Chapter 16 = Learning About World Religions: Buddhism - the test will be on Wednesday, Feb. 20. (The Chapter 16 Online Lesson Game should be completed before the test.)
Homework: Chapter 16 = Learning About World Religions: Buddhism - the test will be on Wednesday, Feb. 20. (The Chapter 16 Online Lesson Game should be completed before the test.)
English
Homework:
- IXL - BB.1, BB.2, BB.3 (due Thursday 2/21)
- Nonfiction Book Report - Continue to read and use the Stop & Jot post-its to make notes per the directions. The reading should be completed by Wednesday, February 27.
Please Note...
...February Scholastic Book Orders should be submitted by
next Tuesday (if interested).
For ordering online, go to www.scholastic.com/bookclubs
and use class code LB99V.
FYI, there is a coupon code for a free book with all online orders.
Important Dates
Friday (2/15) - Monday (2/18): Presidents' Weekend - No School!
Wednesday (2/20): Social Studies Chapter 16 Test
Thursday (2/21): Yearbook Activities Picture Day
Thursday (2/21): IXL - BB.1, BB.2, BB.3 due
Thursday (2/21): SMUSD Elementary Spelling Bee
(6:30-8:00-ish p.m. in the HMS Cafeteria)
Friday (2/22): "Eleven" Test
Wednesday (2/27): Nonfiction Book Report - Reading Due Date
(bring your book to class so we can begin the project)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Wednesday Classwork: Little Buddha Movie
Homework: Chapter 16 = Learning About World Religions: Buddhism - the test will be on Wednesday, Feb. 20. (The Chapter 16 Online Lesson Game should be completed before the test.)
English
Wednesday Classwork:
Period 2 - "Eleven" Vocabulary in green packet, p. 5
Period 4 - Stop & Jot materials provided for use with Nonfiction Book Report and IXL handouts for next assignment (BB.1, BB.2, BB.3)
Homework:
- IXL - L1, F.2, HH.3 (due tomorrow)
- IXL - BB.1, BB.2, BB.3 (due Thursday 2/21)
- Nonfiction Book Report - Continue to read and use the Stop & Jot post-its to make notes per the directions. The reading should be completed by Wednesday, February 27.
Please Note...
...February Scholastic Book Orders should be submitted by
next Tuesday (if interested).
For ordering online, go to www.scholastic.com/bookclubs
and use class code LB99V.
FYI, there is a coupon code for a free book with all online orders.
Important Dates
Thursday (2/14): IXL - L.1, F.2, HH.3 due
Thursday (2/14): Happy Valentine's Day!
Thursday (2/14): HMS Career Day
(Minimum Day - 12:30 p.m. dismissal)
Friday (2/15) - Monday (2/18): Presidents' Weekend - No School!
Wednesday (2/20): Social Studies Chapter 16 Test
Thursday (2/21): IXL - BB.1, BB.2, BB.3 due
Thursday (2/21): SMUSD Elementary Spelling Bee
(6:30-8:00-ish p.m. in the HMS Cafeteria)
Wednesday (2/27): Nonfiction Book Report - Reading Due Date
(bring your book to class so we can begin the project)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Tuesday Classwork:
- Chapter 16, Section 6 with notes in ISN, p. 121
- Little Buddha movie
Homework: blue Buddhism worksheet (2-sided)
English
Tuesday Classwork:
- Nonfiction Book Report approvals
- Period 4 - "Eleven" Vocabulary Review, green packet p. 5
Homework:
- IXL - L1, F.2, HH.3 (due Thursday)
- Nonfiction Book Report - book approval due Wednesday
Please Note...
...February Scholastic Book Order flyers were passed out today.
If interested in ordering, please do so by next Tuesday.
For ordering online, go to www.scholastic.com/bookclubs
and use class code LB99V.
...thanks to PTA, students received a gift today - earbuds!
Students are using them to complete Career Day activities in class,
and should continue to keep them in their pencil cases for future use.
Important Dates
Wednesday (2/13): Nonfiction Book Report - book approval due
Thursday (2/14): IXL - L.1, F.2, HH.3 due
Thursday (2/14): Happy Valentine's Day!
Thursday (2/14): HMS Career Day
(Minimum Day - 12:30 p.m. dismissal)
Friday (2/15) - Monday (2/18): Presidents' Weekend - No School!
Thursday (2/21): SMUSD Elementary Spelling Bee
(6:30-8:00-ish p.m. in the HMS Cafeteria)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Monday Classwork: Chapter 16 = Learning About World Religions: Buddhism (Sections 2,3,4)
Homework: Please Return the permission slip for the movie, "Little Buddha," by tomorrow!
English
Monday Classwork: Study Sync - "Eleven" Story Structure lesson with Define video, Model section, and Your Turn quiz.
Homework:
- If you have not finished the "Eleven" Think Questions, please finish up the assignment for homework. Don't forget to to do the Vocabulary activity and two Peer Reviews (if possible).
- IXL - L1, F.2, HH.3 (due Thursday)
- Nonfiction Book Report - book approval due Wednesday
Important Dates
Wednesday (2/13): Nonfiction Book Report - book approval due
Thursday (2/14): IXL - L.1, F.2, HH.3 due
Thursday (2/14): Happy Valentine's Day!
Thursday (2/14): HMS Career Day
(Minimum Day - 12:30 p.m. dismissal)
Friday (2/15) - Monday (2/18): Presidents' Weekend - No School!
Thursday (2/21): SMUSD Elementary Spelling Bee
(6:30-8:00-ish p.m. in the HMS Cafeteria)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Thursday Classwork: Chapter 15 = Learning About World Religions: Hinduism (overview of chapter with some notes in ISN p. 112-115)
Homework:
- ISN p. 116 (don't forget to use most of the vocabulary words from ISN p. 112 in your acrostic poem)
- Return the permission slip for the movie, "Little Buddha," by next Tuesday
English
Thursday Classwork: "Eleven" First Read - Think Questions #1-8
Homework:
- IXL - L1, F.2, HH.3 (due Thursday 2/14)
- Nonfiction Book Report - book approval due 2/13
Important Dates
Friday (2/8): Spelling Bee Permission Slips due (optional)
Tuesday (2/12): VAPA Photos
Wednesday (2/13): Nonfiction Book Report - book approval due
Thursday (2/14): IXL - L.1, F.2, HH.3 due
Thursday (2/14): Happy Valentine's Day!
Thursday (2/14): HMS Career Day
(Minimum Day - 12:30 p.m. dismissal)
Friday (2/15) - Monday (2/18): Presidents' Weekend - No School!
Thursday (2/21): SMUSD Elementary Spelling Bee
(6:30-8:00-ish p.m. in the HMS Cafeteria)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Wednesday Classwork: Chapter 13/14 Test
Homework: none
English
Wednesday Classwork:
- Introduction of Nonfiction Book Report (book approval due 2/13)
- "Eleven" - First Read assignment (StudySyncTV, Think Questions #1-8)
Homework:
- IXL - E.6, F.1, HH.1 (due tomorrow)
- Nonfiction Book Report - book approval due 2/13
Important Dates
Thursday (2/7): IXL E.6, F.1, HH.1 due
Thursday (2/7): VAPA Photos
Friday (2/8): Spelling Bee Permission Slips due (optional)
Tuesday (2/12): VAPA Photos
Wednesday (2/13): Nonfiction Book Report - book approval due
Thursday (2/14): Happy Valentine's Day!
Thursday (2/14): HMS Career Day
(Minimum Day - 12:30 p.m. dismissal)
Friday (2/15) - Monday (2/18): Presidents' Weekend - No School!
Thursday (2/21): SMUSD Elementary Spelling Bee
(6:30-8:00-ish p.m. in the HMS Cafeteria)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Tuesday Classwork:
- Test Review guidelines
- Chapter 13, Reading Further - "Saving the Ganges" with blue worksheet
Homework:
- Review for the Chapters 13/14 Test tomorrow
- Complete the Chapter 13 Lesson Game and the Chapter 14 Lesson Game before the test (due by tomorrow)
- Be prepared to turn in your ISN notes for Chapters 13 and 14. They will be checked for quality and completion.
- Turn in "Saving the Ganges" blue worksheet tomorrow.
English
Tuesday Classwork:
- Preview video for "Eleven" by Sandra Cisneros
- Reading and annotating of "Eleven" in Study Sync workbook, p. 44-48.
Homework: IXL - E.6, F.1, HH.1 (due Thursday)
Please Note...
...the SMUSD Spelling Bee will be on Thursday, Feb. 21st.
Interested 6th graders should submit parent permission slips
by this Friday, February 8th.
...Fyi, as we move into Semester 2, the policy for late work will be
changing slightly. Unless a student has been absent, or has
extenuating circumstances (explained through e-mail prior to the due date),
late work will receive half-credit. As we prepare for the transition
to 7th grade, it's important to practice good study skills and
deadline management. Your efforts in this area will pay off!
Important Dates
Wednesday (2/6): Ch. 13/14 Social Studies Test
Wednesday (2/6): Noontime Fun
Thursday (2/7): IXL E.6, F.1, HH.1 due
Thursday (2/7): VAPA Photos
Friday (2/8): Spelling Bee Permission Slips due (optional)
Tuesday (2/12): VAPA Photos
Thursday (2/14): Happy Valentine's Day!
Thursday (2/14): HMS Career Day
(Minimum Day - 12:30 p.m. dismissal)
Friday (2/15) - Monday (2/18): Presidents' Weekend - No School!
Thursday (2/21): SMUSD Elementary Spelling Bee
(6:30-8:00-ish p.m. in the HMS Cafeteria)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Friday Classwork:
- Chapter 14 Summary section in online text
- Ch. 11/12 Test passed back and discussed
- Video - "Mohenjodaro" (National Geographic) - posted below
Homework:
- Start review for the Chapter 13/14 Test on Wednesday. You can use the blue Study Guide and/or whatever study method works best for you.
- The Chapter 13 and Chapter 14 Lesson Games should be completed before the test on Wednesday (they will count as homework grades)
- The Chapter 14 notes in the ISN p. 105-110 should be complete. Students who have been absent should use the link below for the "Mohenjodaro Excavation Activity" to access the placards showing the artifacts.
English
Friday Classwork:
- English Journal - glued in pink "Fact & Opinion" on p. 23 (right side)
- English Journal - p. 24 (two page spread) with "Color Symbolism Chart" and "Object Symbolism Chart" (Fyi, a link to the notes for these two pages is posted below. Absent students will need to make up this work.)
- "Read Between the Lines" worksheet on making inferences
Homework: IXL - E.6, F.1, HH.1 (due next Thursday)
Important Dates
Friday (2/1): HMS Game Night (ASB Sponsored)
(5:00 - 7:00 p.m. in the HMS Cafeteria)
Monday (2/4): Professional Development - No School for Students
Wednesday (2/6): Ch. 13/14 Social Studies Test
Wednesday (2/6): Noontime Fun
Thursday (2/7): IXL E.6, F.1, HH.1 due
Thursday (2/7): VAPA Photos
Tuesday (2/12): VAPA Photos
Thursday (2/14): Happy Valentine's Day!
Thursday (2/14): HMS Career Day
(Minimum Day - 12:30 p.m. dismissal)
Friday (2/15) - Monday (2/18): Presidents' Weekend - No School!
Thursday (2/21): SMUSD Elementary Spelling Bee
(6:30-8:00 p.m. in the HMS Cafeteria)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Thursday Classwork: Chapter 14 - Excavating Mohenjodaro activity (last two stations)
Note - if you have been absent, you will need to complete the activity on your own as make up work. Use the link below to access the placards that show the artifacts for each station. Make your hypotheses, and then read the sections in your online text. Then complete the notes in your ISN.
Homework: Check your ISN notes for Chapter 14 to make sure they are clear, complete, and legible!
English
Thursday Classwork:
- Biography Book Report - assembled the final project
- Introduction of next IXL assignment
Homework: IXL - E.6, F.1, HH.1 (due next Thursday)
Important Dates
Friday (2/1): HMS Game Night (ASB Sponsored)
(5:00 - 7:00 p.m. in the HMS Cafeteria)
Monday (2/4): Professional Development - No School for Students
Wednesday (2/6): Ch. 13/14 Social Studies Test
Wednesday (2/6): Noontime Fun
Thursday (2/7): IXL E.6, F.1, HH.1 due
Thursday (2/7): VAPA Photos
Tuesday (2/12): VAPA Photos
Thursday (2/14): Happy Valentine's Day!
Thursday (2/14): HMS Career Day
(Minimum Day - 12:30 p.m. dismissal)
Friday (2/15) - Monday (2/18): Presidents' Weekend - No School!
Thursday (2/21): SMUSD Elementary Spelling Bee
(6:30-8:00 p.m. in the HMS Cafeteria)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Wednesday Classwork: Chapter 14 = Unlocking the Secrets of Mohenjodaro - artifact excavation activity with sections 2-9
Homework: none
English
Wednesday Classwork:
- "Eleven" green packet - p. 1 (Pre-Reading Activity)
- Spelling Bee - announcement and optional handouts about the upcoming SMUSD Spelling Bee, practice Spelling Bee
Homework: The Biography Book Report is due tomorrow! The rough draft (with red pen revisions) should be turned in with the final project. The card stock figures do not need to be cut or assembled. We will do that in class.
Important Dates
Thursday (1/31): Biography Book Report Project due
Friday (2/1): HMS Game Night (ASB Sponsored)
(5:00 - 7:00 p.m. in the HMS Cafeteria)
Monday (2/4): Professional Development - No School for Students
Wednesday (2/6): Ch. 13/14 Social Studies Test
Wednesday (2/6): Noontime Fun
Thursday (2/7): VAPA Photos
Tuesday (2/12): VAPA Photos
Thursday (2/14): Happy Valentine's Day!
Thursday (2/14): HMS Career Day
(Minimum Day - 12:30 p.m. dismissal)
Friday (2/15) - Monday (2/18): Presidents' Weekend - No School!
Thursday (2/21): SMUSD Elementary Spelling Bee
(6:30-8:00 p.m. in the HMS Cafeteria)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Tuesday Classwork: Chapter 14 Activity (excavating the ruins of Mohenjodaro), Section 2 with notes in ISN p. 106 (bottom) and one additional "station" with partner
Homework: none
English
Tuesday Classwork: The Story of My Life Unit Test
Homework: The Biography Book Report is now homework. The rough draft (with red pen revisions) and the final project is due Thursday, Jan. 31. The card stock figures do not need to be cut or assembled. We will do that in class on Thursday.
Important Dates
Thursday (1/31): Biography Book Report Project due
Friday (2/1): HMS Game Night (ASB Sponsored)
(5:00 - 7:00 p.m. in the HMS Cafeteria)
Monday (2/4): Professional Development - No School for Students
Wednesday (2/6): Ch. 13/14 Social Studies Test
Wednesday (2/6): Noontime Fun
Thursday (2/7): VAPA Photos
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Monday Classwork:
- Chapter 13, Section 9 with notes in ISN p. 102 (top)
- Chapter 14 = Unlocking the Secrets of Mohenjodaro - Preview Activity in ISN p. 105, Introduction in online text, Section 1 with notes in ISN p. 106 (top)
Homework: none
English
Monday Classwork:
- Review guidelines for Helen Keller Unit test tomorrow
- The Story of My Life green packet - p. 10-12
- Book Report - final project directions and reminders
Homework:
- Review for the Helen Keller Unit test tomorrow.
- The I Never Had It Made green packet should be completed and ready to turn in tomorrow.
- The Biography Book Report is now homework. The rough draft (with red pen revisions) and the final project is due Thursday, Jan. 31. The card stock figures do not need to be cut or assembled. We will do that in class on Thursday.
Important Dates
Tuesday (1/29): Helen Keller Unit Test
Thursday (1/31): Biography Book Report Project due
Friday (2/1): HMS Game Night (ASB Sponsored)
(5:00 - 7:00 p.m. in the HMS Cafeteria)
Monday (2/4): Professional Development - No School for Students
Wednesday (2/6): Ch. 13/14 Social Studies Test
Wednesday (2/6): Noontime Fun
Thursday (2/7): VAPA Photos
Due:
Assignment
I will be out for a few days,
so this posting includes information for next week.
I will not be doing daily postings, so students should rely on their Binder Reminders
and the information shown below.
Please Note: Quarter 2 Report Cards will be sent home on Friday, January 18th.
Thursday, Jan. 17
Social Studies Classwork: Unit 2 Timeline Challenge (completed online)
Social Studies Homework:
- Review for Chapter 11/12 Test tomorrow (both online Lesson Games need to be completed)
- The Unit 2 Timeline Challenge needs to be completed (online) by next Friday, Jan. 25
English Classwork:
- BrainPop video - "Helen Keller" with p. 6 in the green packet
- Introduction of IXL assignment
English Homework:
- IXL - R.1, R.2, R.3, U.1, U.2 due next Thursday, 1/24
- Biography/Autobiography Book Report - keep reading your book, and don't forget to use the "Stop and Jot" post-it notes. The due date for completing the reading is next Wednesday, 1/23.
Friday, Jan. 18
Social Studies Classwork: Chapter 11/12 Test
Social Studies Homework: Unit 2 Timeline Challenge (due Friday 1/25)
English Classwork: Martin Luther King, Jr. Activity
English Homework:
- IXL - R.1, R.2, R.3, U.1, U.2 due next Thursday, 1/24
- Biography/Autobiography Book Report - keep reading your book, and don't forget to use the "Stop and Jot" post-it notes. The due date for completing the reading is next Wednesday, 1/23.
Tuesday, Jan. 22
Social Studies Classwork: Unit 3 Geography Challenge
Social Studies Homework: Unit 2 Timeline Challenge and Unit 3 Geography Challenge (online) - due Friday 1/25
English Classwork: Helen Keller Quote Analysis Activity (quotes will be selected in class for green packet p. 9)
English Homework:
- The Quote Analysis Activity (begun in class) will need to be completed by Tuesday, Jan. 29 (the green packet will be turned in before the test)
- IXL - R.1, R.2, R.3, U.1, U.2 due next Thursday, 1/24
- Biography/Autobiography Book Report - the reading due date is tomorrow! Please remember to do the "Stop and Jot" post-it notes and bring your book to class. You will need it to begin the project.
Wednesday, Jan. 23
Social Studies Classwork: Chapter 13 = Geography and the Early Settlement of India, Preview Activity (ISN p. 99), Introduction in online chapter
Social Studies Homework: Unit 2 Timeline Challenge and Unit 3 Geography Challenge (online) - due Friday 1/25
English Classwork: Introduction of Biography Book Report project - rough draft (the project will be worked on in class for the next 2 days)
English Homework:
- The Quote Analysis Activity in the green packet on p. 9 (begun in class) will need to be completed by Tuesday, Jan. 29 (the green packet will be turned in before the test)
- IXL - R.1, R.2, R.3, U.1, U.2 due tomorrow!
Thursday, Jan. 24
Social Studies Classwork: Chapter 13, Sections 1-3?
Social Studies Homework: Unit 2 Timeline Challenge and Unit 3 Geography Challenge (online) - due tomorrow!
English Classwork: Biography Book Report - final draft
English Homework:
- The Quote Analysis Activity in the green packet on p. 9 (begun in class) will need to be completed by Tuesday, Jan. 29 (the green packet will be turned in before the test)
Friday, Jan. 25
Social Studies Classwork: Chapter 3, Sections 4-8?
Social Studies Homework: none
English Classwork: Biography Book Report - final draft
English Homework:
- The Biography Book Report is now homework. The rough draft (with red pen revisions) and the final project is due Thursday, Jan. 31
- The Helen Keller Unit Test will be on Tuesday, Jan. 29
- The Quote Analysis Activity in the green packet on p. 9 (begun in class) will need to be completed by Tuesday, Jan. 29 (the green packet will be turned in before the test)
Important Dates
Friday (1/18): Ch. 11/12 Social Studies Test (new date)
Friday (1/18): Report Cards sent home
Friday (1/18): ASB Game Night
Monday (1/21): Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday - No School!
Wednesday (1/23): "Biography/Autobiography" book must be read by this date.
(Bring your book to school as you will
begin the book report assignment in class).
Thursday (1/24): IXL - R.1, R.2, R.3, U.1, U.2 due
Friday (1/25): Unit 2 Timeline Challenge and Unit 3 Geography Challenge due
Tuesday (1/29): Helen Keller Unit Test
Thursday (1/31): Biography Book Report Project due
Monday (2/4): Professional Development - No School for Students
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Wednesday Classwork: Chapter 12, Section 3
Homework: The Ch. 11/12 Test will be on Friday. The online Chapter 11 Lesson Game and Chapter 12 Lesson Game need to be completed before the test, by Friday. The scores will count as a homework grade. You should also begin to review both chapters in preparation for the test.
English
Wednesday Classwork: The Story of My Life by Helen Keller - lesson on Denotation and Connotation in Study Sync (Preview Video, Model Section, "Your Turn" Quiz) with green packet p. 8
Homework:
- IXL - O.1-O.8 (due tomorrow)
- Biography/Autobiography Book Report - keep reading your book, and don't forget to use the "Stop and Jot" post-it notes. The due date for completing the reading is next Wednesday, 1/23.
Important Dates
Thursday (1/17): IXL O.1 - O.8 due
Friday (1/18): Ch. 11/12 Social Studies Test (new date)
Friday (1/18): Report Cards sent home
Friday (1/18): ASB Game Night
Monday (1/21): Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday - No School!
Wednesday (1/23): "Biography/Autobiography" book must be read by this date.
(Bring your book to school as you will
begin the book report assignment in class).
Monday (2/4): Professional Development - No School for Students
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Tuesday Classwork: Chapter 12, Section 2, with notes in ISN on p. 89.
Homework: The Ch. 11/12 has been moved to Friday. The online Chapter 11 Lesson Game and Chapter 12 Lesson Game need to be completed before the test, by Friday. The scores will count as a homework grade.
English
Tuesday Classwork: Annotation Assignment for The Story of My Life by Helen Keller in Study Sync Workbook p. 40-42. Vocabulary words in green packet, p. 4.
Homework:
- Think Questions #1, #2 on handout. Remember, these are RACES responses and we'll be grading them in class tomorrow.
- IXL - O.1-O.8 (due Thursday)
- Biography/Autobiography Book Report - keep reading your book, and don't forget to use the "Stop and Jot" post-it notes.
Important Dates
Thursday (1/17): IXL O.1 - O.8 due
Friday (1/18): Ch. 11/12 Social Studies Test (new date)
Friday (1/18): Report Cards sent home
Friday (1/18): ASB Game Night
Monday (1/21): Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday - No School!
Wednesday (1/23): "Biography/Autobiography" book must be read by this date.
(Bring your book to school as you will
begin the book report assignment in class).
Monday (2/4): Professional Development - No School for Students
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Monday Classwork: Ancient Egypt Research Report - final revisions
Homework: The Ch. 11/12 has been moved to Friday. The online Chapter 11 Lesson Game and Chapter 12 Lesson Game need to be completed before the test, by Friday. The scores will count as a homework grade.
English
Monday Classwork: The Story of My Life by Helen Keller - highlighting and annotating in workbook, p. 40, with Annotation Assignment in green packet, p. 2
Homework:
- The Story of My Life green packet, p. 7 - "Decode It"
- IXL - O.1-O.8 (due Thursday)
- Biography/Autobiography Book Report - keep reading your book, and don't forget to use the "Stop and Jot" post-it notes.
Reminders
...January Scholastic Book Order flyers were sent home last week.
If interested in ordering, please submit by tomorrow.
For online ordering, use www.scholastic.com/bookclubs
and our class code - LB99V.
This is also a way for us to get books for our classroom library!
...fyi, if you are ever cleaning out bookshelves, we would happily
accept donations of any middle school books for our classroom library.
Important Dates
Wednesday (1/16): Noontime Fun!
Thursday (1/17): IXL O.1 - O.8 due
Friday (1/18): Ch. 11/12 Social Studies Test (new date)
Friday (1/18): Report Cards sent home
Friday (1/18): ASB Game Night
Monday (1/21): Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday - No School!
Wednesday (1/23): "Biography/Autobiography" book must be read by this date.
(Bring your book to school as you will
begin the book report assignment in class).
Monday (2/4): Professional Development - No School for Students
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Friday Classwork: Chapter 12, Section 2 with notes in ISN p. 88
Homework: none
English
Friday Classwork:
- New Year's Resolutions - final drafts
- The Story of My Life by Helen Keller - Introduction video, vocabulary in green packet on p. 3 and p. 5
- IXL - handout on O.1-O.8 (Prefixes and Suffixes)
Homework:
- IXL - O.1-O.8 (due Thursday)
- Biography/Autobiography Book Report - keep reading your book, and don't forget to use the "Stop and Jot" post-it notes.
Reminders
...January Scholastic Book Order flyers were sent home today.
If interested in ordering, please submit by Tuesday.
For online ordering, use www.scholastic.com/bookclubs
and our class code - LB99V.
This is also a way for us to get books for our classroom library!
...fyi, if you are ever cleaning out bookshelves, we would happily
accept donations of any middle school books for our classroom library.
Important Dates
Monday (1/14): Quarter 2 Grades Due
Wednesday (1/16): Chapter 11/12 Social Studies Test
Wednesday (1/16): Noontime Fun!
Thursday (1/17): IXL O.1 - O.8 due
Friday (1/18): Report Cards sent home
Friday (1/18): ASB Game Night
Monday (1/21): Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday - No School!
Wednesday (1/23): "Biography/Autobiography" book must be read by this date.
(Bring your book to school as you will
begin the book report assignment in class).
Monday (2/4): Professional Development - No School for Students
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Thursday Classwork: Chapter 12 = Learning About World Religions: Judaism, Preview Activity in ISN p. 87, Introduction
Homework: none
English
Thursday Classwork: English Benchmark - Interim caaspp test (practice) on "Reading Informational Text"
Homework:
- IXL - P.1, P.2, P.3, P.4, P.5 (due tomorrow)
- New Year's Resolutions - final drafts should be completed by tomorrow
- Biography/Autobiography Book Report - keep reading your book, and don't forget to use the "Stop and Jot" post-it notes.
Important Dates
Friday (1/11): IXL - P.1, P.2, P.3, P.4, P.5 due
Monday (1/14): Quarter 2 Grades Due
Wednesday (1/16): Chapter 11/12 Social Studies Test
Wednesday (1/16): Noontime Fun!
Monday (1/21): Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday - No School!
Wednesday (1/23): "Biography/Autobiography" book must be read by this date.
(Bring your book to school as you will
begin the book report assignment in class).
Monday (2/4): Professional Development - No School for Students
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Wednesday Classwork:
- Chapter 11, Section 5 (David & Solomon) checked
- Directions for "The Wisdom of Solomon"
Homework: Complete the blue worksheet on "The Wisdom of Solomon." Don't forget to use complete stand-alone sentences.
English
Wednesday Classwork:
- New Year's Resolutions - final draft
- caaspp test practice - review of tools and test-taking strategies
Homework:
- IXL - P.1, P.2, P.3, P.4, P.5 (due Friday)
- Biography/Autobiography Book Report - keep reading your book, and don't forget to use the "Stop and Jot" post-it notes.
Important Dates
Friday (1/11): IXL - P.1, P.2, P.3, P.4, P.5 due
Monday (1/14): Quarter 2 Grades Due
Wednesday (1/16): Noontime Fun!
Monday (1/21): Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday - No School!
Wednesday (1/23): "Biography/Autobiography" book must be read by this date.
(Bring your book to school as you will
begin the book report assignment in class).
Monday (2/4): Professional Development - No School for Students
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Tuesday Classwork: Chapter 11 = Origins of Judaism, Sections 3 and 4 (Abraham, Moses) with notes in ISN p. 83-84.
Homework: Read Chapter 11, Section 5 and do notes in ISN, p.85.
English
Tuesday Classwork: New Year's Resolutions (final draft)
Homework:
- IXL - P.1, P.2, P.3, P.4, P.5 (due Friday)
- Biography/Autobiography Book Report - keep reading your book, and don't forget to use the "Stop and Jot" post-it notes.
Important Dates
Friday (1/11): IXL - P.1, P.2, P.3, P.4, P.5 due
Monday (1/14): Quarter 2 Grades Due
Wednesday (1/16): Noontime Fun!
Monday (1/21): Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday - No School!
Wednesday (1/23): "Biography/Autobiography" book must be read by this date.
(Bring your book to school as you will
begin the book report assignment in class).
Due:
Assignment
Welcome back to school, and
Happy New Year!
Social Studies
Monday Classwork: Chapter 11 - The Origins of Judaism, Sections 2 and 3 with notes in ISN p. 82-83
Homework: none
English
Monday Classwork:
- BrainPop - "New Year's" and "Setting Goals"
- Brainstorming New Year's Resolutions
- "In The New Year" project - rough draft
Homework:
- Finish the rough draft for the "In The New Year" project. Don't forget to use the sentence starters and make sure there are two sentences in each writing space.
- IXL - P.1, P.2, P.3, P.4, P.5 (due Friday)
Important Dates
Friday (1/11): IXL - P.1, P.2, P.3, P.4, P.5 due
Monday (1/14): Quarter 2 Grades Due
Wednesday (1/16): Noontime Fun!
Monday (1/21): Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday - No School!
Wednesday (1/23): "Biography/Autobiography" book must be read by this date.
(Bring your book to school as you will
begin the book report assignment in class).
Due:
Assignment
Happy holidays!
Have a wonderful, restful break,
and best wishes in the new year!
Reminder: Try to read every day, just for fun!
And don't forget to spend some time reading your biography
for the next book report project. Use the Stop & Jot post-its
as you go. (The link for the Stop & Jot assignment
is posted below in case you need it.)
Important Dates
Monday (12/24) - Friday (1/4): WINTER BREAK
Monday (1/7): Students Return from Winter Break
Monday (1/14): Quarter 2 Grades Due
Wednesday (1/16): Noontime Fun!
Monday (1/21): Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday - No School!
Wednesday (1/23): "Biography/Autobiography" book must be read by this date.
(Bring your book to school as you will
begin the book report assignment in class).
Due:
Assignment
We had a great class party!
Thanks to everyone who contributed.
Social Studies - If you have not yet turned in your Ancient Egypt Research Report, it must be turned in tomorrow! The report should be printed out and stapled (black & white ok), and paper clipped with the blue guided essay, yellow Introductory Paragraph rough draft, and your note-taking sheets.
English - Bring your biography book to class tomorrow so we can begin the "Stop and Jot."
Homework:
- Be thinking about what you want to read during the holiday break. Choose a book that you'll enjoy, and try to read every day!
- Also, read your Biography book report book. Don't forget to use the "Stop and Jot" post-its as you read.
Important Dates
Friday (12/21): Pajama Day
Friday (12/21): Holiday Music Assembly
Friday (12/21): Minimum Day - End of Quarter 2
Monday (12/24) - Friday (1/4): WINTER BREAK
Monday (1/7): Students Return from Winter Break
Wednesday (1/23): Biography Book Report due date
(complete the reading by this date and bring your book to class for the project)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Wednesday Classwork:
- Self-Editing Checklist for Ancient Egypt Research Report
- Silhouette art for Egyptian watercolor
Homework: The Ancient Egypt Research Report is due tomorrow. The following components will need to be turned in with the report -
- printed report (black & white copy ok), stapled (the Works Cited page should be last)
- note-taking sheets
- blue "Guided Essay" planning sheet
- yellow rough draft for the Introductory Paragraph (with 5 Ws on the back)
English
Wednesday Classwork - Biography/Autobiography Book Report approvals
Wednesday Classwork - Biography/Autobiography Book Report approvals
Homework: Be thinking about what you want to read during the holiday break. Choose a book that you'll enjoy, and try to read every day!
Please Note...
Secret Elf gifts are in the house! We'll be doing our gift exchange tomorrow
during the holiday party. How fun that we have 100% participation!
Thanks for signing up to bring a contribution for our
Holiday Party. We are looking forward to a fun celebration!
Important Dates
Thursday (12/20): Twin Day
Thursday (12/20): Ancient Egypt Research Report due
Thursday (12/20): Holiday Party and Secret Elf Gift Exchange!
Friday (12/21): Pajama Day
Friday (12/21): Holiday Music Assembly
Friday (12/21): Minimum Day - End of Quarter 2
Monday (12/24) - Friday (1/4): WINTER BREAK
Monday (1/7): Students Return from Winter Break
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Tuesday Classwork:
- Egypt watercolor background for silhouette art
- Bibliography for Egypt Report - EasyBib directions are attached below
Homework: Work on your Egypt report if you have not completed all 6 paragraphs.
English
Tuesday Classwork: I Never Had It Made Unit test
Homework: Biography/Autobiography Book Report - the book approval is due by tomorrow!
Please Note...
Please bring your "Secret Elf" gift to school tomorrow.
We will open them at our party on Thursday! The gift should be wrapped and valued
around $10. Don't forget to use the information on the green paper for ideas.
Please complete the gift tag thoughtfully. Remember to address
the person receiving the gift by name, but sign it "Sincerely, Your Secret Elf."
Gift tags should be tied on with ribbon or taped to the package.
Thanks for signing up to bring a contribution for our
Holiday Party on Thursday! We are looking forward to a fun celebration.
Important Dates
Wednesday (12/19): Disney/Fandom Day
Wednesday (12/19): Biography/Autobiography Book Report - book approval due
Wednesday (12/29): Secret Elf gifts brought to school
Thursday (12/20): Twin Day
Thursday (12/20): Ancient Egypt Research Report due
Thursday (12/20): Holiday Party and Secret Elf Gift Exchange!
Friday (12/21): Pajama Day
Friday (12/21): Holiday Music Assembly
Friday (12/21): Minimum Day - End of Quarter 2
Monday (12/24) - Friday (1/4): WINTER BREAK
Monday (1/7): Students Return from Winter Break
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Monday Classwork: Adding visuals with captions to the Ancient Egypt Research Report - lesson with Mrs. Anand and practice in class
Homework: If you have not completely typed all 6 paragraphs of your Egypt report, you need to come in at lunch time to work on it. Some of you are a little behind, so please take advantage of this opportunity.
English
Monday Classwork:
- Figurative Language - independent practice packet for study review (new pink packet)
- Review of what will be covered on the I Never Had It Made Unit Test
- Gift tag for Secret Santa gift
Homework:
- Review for the I Never Had It Made Unit Test tomorrow. Use the coral-colored paper to see what will be covered on the test (a link is posted below). Don't forget to re-read the excerpt in your Study Sync workbook, p. 30-32.
- Complete the yellow Pronouns packet as review. Be ready to turn it in tomorrow.
- Also, be ready to turn in your I Never Had It Made packet (you don't need to do p. 7) and your pink Reading Candy packet.
- Biography/Autobiography Book Report - the book approval is due by Wednesday
Here are the dates for the ASB-sponsored dress-up days next week!
Tuesday — Tacky Tourist Day
Wednesday — Disney/Fandom/Cosplay Day
Thursday — Twin Day
Friday — Pajama Day
Please Note...
Please bring your "Secret Elf" gift to school on Wednesday.
We will open them at our party on Thursday! The gift should be wrapped and valued
around $10. Don't forget to use the information on the green paper for ideas.
The gift tags were started in class today. Remember to address
the person receiving the gift by name, but sign it "Sincerely, Your Secret Elf."
Gift tags should be tied on with ribbon or taped to the package.
Thanks for signing up to bring a contribution for our
Holiday Party on Thursday! We are looking forward to a fun celebration.
Important Dates
Tuesday (12/18): English "Final" - Jackie Robinson "I Never Had It Made" Unit Test
Wednesday (12/19): Biography/Autobiography Book Report - book approval due
Wednesday (12/29): Secret Elf gifts brought to school
Thursday (12/20): Ancient Egypt Research Report due
Thursday (12/20): Holiday Party and Secret Elf Gift Exchange!
Friday (12/21): Holiday Music Assembly
Friday (12/21): Minimum Day - End of Quarter 2
Monday (12/24) - Friday (1/4): WINTER BREAK
Monday (1/7): Students Return from Winter Break
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Friday Classwork: Ancient Egypt Research Report -
- Lesson on how to write the Conclusion paragraph
- Reminders about using "tools" - follow the directions on "How to Cite Textual Evidence" when inserting your direct quotations, and refer to English Journal p. 21-22 for Writing Tips. Don't forget to refer to your blue "Guided Essay" often.
Homework: If you are working at a slower pace, you may need to catch up on your Egypt Report. By Monday, you should have all the body paragraphs typed, and hopefully the Conclusion paragraph as well. We will be inserting visuals on Monday and doing the Bibliography on Tuesday.
English
Friday Classwork:
- Test Review Guidelines handout for the I Never Had It Made Unit Test on Tuesday (a link for this handout is also posted below)
- "Reading Candy" packet on Oxymoron
- Pronouns yellow packet - p. 3-4 (Exercise 1) done in class and corrected, and p. 6 on Possessive Pronouns
Homework:
- You might want to begin to review for the I Never Had It Made Unit Test on Tuesday.
- Pronouns (yellow packet) - p. 4-6 due Tuesday (use this for test review)
- Biography/Autobiography Book Report - the book approval is due by December 19th
Here are the dates for the ASB-sponsored dress-up days next week!
Monday — College/Sports Team Day
Tuesday — Tacky Tourist Day
Wednesday — Disney/Fandom/Cosplay Day
Thursday — Twin Day
Friday — Pajama Day
Please Note...
Please bring your "Secret Elf" gift to school next Wednesday.
We will open them at our party on Thursday! The gift should be wrapped and valued
around $10. Don't forget to use the information on the green paper for ideas.
...think about what you want to bring to our Holiday Party.
Sign-ups are happening now!
Important Dates
Tuesday (12/18): English "Final" - Jackie Robinson "I Never Had It Made" Unit Test
Wednesday (12/19): Biography/Autobiography Book Report - book approval due
Thursday (12/20): Ancient Egypt Research Report due
Thursday (12/20): Holiday Party and Secret Elf Gift Exchange!
Friday (12/21): Holiday Music Assembly
Friday (12/21): Minimum Day - End of Quarter 2
Monday (12/24) - Friday (1/4): WINTER BREAK
Monday (1/7): Students Return from Winter Break
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Thursday Classwork: Ancient Egypt Research Report -
- Directions for "How To Cite Textual Evidence" blue handout
- Writing/typing of body paragraphs
Homework: If you are falling behind on the Egypt Report, spend a little time on it tonight. You should have your Introduction and 2-3 body paragraphs done (typed).
English
Thursday Classwork: Study Sync online lesson on "Media" from I Never Had It Made," with Your Turn Quiz
Homework:
- Pink "Reading Candy" packet - last page (Oxymoron)
- Biography/Autobiography Book Report - the book approval is due by December 19
Please Note...
Please bring your "Secret Elf" gift to school next Wednesday.
We will open them at our party on Thursday! The gift should be wrapped and valued
around $10. Don't forget to use the information on the green paper for ideas.
...think about what you want to bring to our Holiday Party.
Sign-ups are happening now!
Important Dates
Tuesday (12/18): English "Final" - Jackie Robinson "I Never Had It Made" Unit Test
Wednesday (12/19): Biography/Autobiography Book Report - book approval due
Thursday (12/20): Ancient Egypt Research Report due
Thursday (12/20): Holiday Party and Secret Elf Gift Exchange!
Friday (12/21): Holiday Music Assembly
Friday (12/21): Minimum Day - End of Quarter 2
Monday (12/24) - Friday (1/4): WINTER BREAK
Monday (1/7): Students Return from Winter Break
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Wednesday Classwork: Chapter 11 = The Origins of Judaism - Preview Activity in ISN p. 81, Introduction and Section 1 in chapter packet with completed notes for Section 1 in ISN p. 82 (top)
Homework: If possible, spend 20 minutes working on your Ancient Egypt Research Report, typing the Introduction and body paragraphs. Use Google Classroom to access your document. Don't forget to refer to the blue "Guided Essay" plan and your English Journal p. 21-22 for Writing Tips.
English
Wednesday Classwork:
- "Reading Candy" packet - discussed and corrected page on Onomatopoeia, discussed next page - Oxymoron (that page will be due Friday)
- Pronouns - review of Personal Pronouns, Subject and Object
- Jackie Robinson packet - p. 10-11 (Nonfiction Text Structure Review)
Homework:
- IXL - D.2, D.3, N.2 (due Thursday)
- Biography/Autobiography Book Report - the book approval is due by December 19
Please Note...
...today we drew names for our "Secret Elf" gift exchange.
Remember, don't forget the "secret" part!
You could start thinking about choosing a gift (wrapped and valued
around $10). If you'd like, use the information on the green paper for ideas!
...think about what you want to bring to our Holiday Party.
Sign-ups are happening now!
Important Dates
Thursday (12/13): IXL - D.2, D.3, N.2 due
Tuesday (12/18): English "Final" - Jackie Robinson "I Never Had It Made" Unit Test
Wednesday (12/19): Biography/Autobiography Book Report - book approval due
Thursday (12/20): Ancient Egypt Research Report due
Thursday (12/20): Holiday Party and Secret Elf Gift Exchange!
Friday (12/21): Holiday Music Assembly
Friday (12/21): Minimum Day - End of Quarter 2
Monday (12/24) - Friday (1/4): WINTER BREAK
Monday (1/7): Students Return from Winter Break
Due:
Assignment
FYI, we had no internet access at school today, and the
same may be true tomorrow. As a result, checking e-mail and posting
on my teacher web page has been tough, so please excuse the delay.
Thank you!
Social Studies
Tuesday Classwork:
- Writing Tips in English Journal (appositives, complex sentences, compound sentences)
- Ancient Egypt Research Report - concluding sentences for body paragraphs (planned on blue Guided Essay pages)
Homework: If you haven't finished typing your Introduction paragraph for the research report, you might want to work on that at home.
English
Tuesday Classwork: Jackie Robinson packet -
- Primary Source activity in Jackie Robinson packet, p. 6 - definition and examples
- Fiction vs. Nonfiction in Jackie Robinson packet, p. 8
- Yellow Pronouns packet for study review passed out
Homework:
- In the 'Reading Candy" packet on figurative language, complete the page on Onomatopoeia
- Yellow Pronouns packet - pages 1-2 (Personal Pronouns)
- IXL - D.2, D.3, N.2 (due Thursday)
- Biography/Autobiography Book Report - the book approval is due by December 19
Please Note...
...think about what you want to bring to our Holiday Party.
We'll start sign-ups tomorrow!
... ASB is selling Holiday Grams (2 for $1) to send to your friends.
They are also collecting toys for pediatric patients at City of Hope!
Important Dates
Wednesday (12/12): Scholastic Book Orders due
Wednesday (12/12): Noontime Fun (Cookie Decorating)
Thursday (12/13): IXL - D.2, D.3, N.2 due
Tuesday (12/18): English "Final" - Jackie Robinson "I Never Had It Made" Unit Test
Wednesday (12/19): Biography/Autobiography Book Report - book approval due
Thursday (12/20): Ancient Egypt Research Report due
Thursday (12/20): Holiday Party and Secret Elf Gift Exchange!
Friday (12/21): Minimum Day - End of Quarter 2
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Monday Classwork:
- Ancient Egypt Research Report - planning for Body Paragraphs #1-4 on blue "Guided Essay" handout, and typing of Introduction in Google Classroom assignment
- King Tut Field Trip Flipbook collected (with rough draft)
Homework: If you did not finish in class, work on the planning for Body Paragraphs #1-4 on the blue "Guided Essay" handout (bullet points). Don't forget to use your note-taking sheets and organize the order for presenting the information in each body paragraph.
English
Monday Classwork:
- Primary Source activity in Jackie Robinson packet, p. 6
- Fiction vs. Nonfiction in Jackie Robinson packet, p. 8
Homework:
- In the 'Reading Candy" packet on figurative language, complete the pages on Alliteration and Allusion (due Tuesday)
- Period 4 - Finish p. 6 in the Jackie Robinson packet, (#5)
- IXL - D.2, D.3, N.2 (due Thursday)
- Biography/Autobiography Book Report - the book approval is due by December 19
Please Note...
...December Scolastic Book Order flyers were sent home today.
If you would like to order, please submit by Tuesday.
For online ordering, use class code LB99V.
...if you have not yet turned in the Secret Elf permission letter,
please get a parent signature as soon as possible.
Hopefully we'll have a lot of participation in this fun holiday activity!
... consider donating canned goods for our HMS food drive!
Proteins such as beans, peanut butter, and tuna are especially appreciated.
... ASB is selling Holiday Grams (2 for $1) to send to your friends.
They are also collecting toys for pediatric patients at City of Hope!
Important Dates
Tuesday (12/11): Scholastic Book Orders due
Wednesday (12/12): Noontime Fun (Cookie Decorating)
Thursday (12/13): IXL - D.2, D.3, N.2 due
Tuesday (12/18): English "Final" - Jackie Robinson "I Never Had It Made" Unit Test
Wednesday (12/19): Biography/Autobiography Book Report - book approval due
Thursday (12/20): Ancient Egypt Research Report due
Thursday (12/20): Holiday Party and Secret Elf Gift Exchange!
Friday (12/21): Minimum Day - End of Quarter 2
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Friday Classwork:
- King Tut Field Trip Reflection Flip Book - final draft
- Ancient Egypt Research Report - topic sentences for body paragraphs
Homework: If you did not finish the classwork today, please get it done over the weekend. The King Tut field trip booklet and the topic sentences for your Egypt report body paragraphs should be turned in at the beginning of the period. Don't forget to use your blue "Guided Essay" handout to write the topic sentences.
English
Friday Classwork:
- How to write topic sentences
- Introduction of IXL assignment - N.2 (Works Cited Entries w/MLA 8th Edition) and D.2/D.3 (Informational Text Structure - Cause/Effect and Problem/Solution)
Homework:
- In the 'Reading Candy" packet on figurative language, complete the pages on Alliteration and Allusion (due Tuesday)
- IXL - D.2, D.3, N.2 (due Thursday)
- Biography/Autobiography Book Report - the book approval is due by December 19
Please Note...
...December Scolastic Book Order flyers were sent home today.
If you would like to order, please submit by Tuesday.
For online ordering, use class code LB99V.
...if you have not yet turned in the Secret Elf permission letter,
please get a parent signature as soon as possible.
Hopefully we'll have a lot of participation in this fun holiday activity!
... consider donating canned goods for our HMS food drive!
Proteins such as beans, peanut butter, and tuna are especially appreciated.
... ASB is selling Holiday Grams (2 for $1) to send to your friends.
They are also collecting toys for pediatric patients at City of Hope!
Important Dates
Tuesday (12/11): Scholastic Book Orders due
Wednesday (12/12): Noontime Fun (Cookie Decorating)
Thursday (12/13): IXL - D.2, D.3, N.2 due
Wednesday (12/19): Biography/Autobiography Book Report - book approval due
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Thursday Classwork: King Tut Field Trip - Reflection Flip Book
Homework: If you did not finish the yellow rough draft for the King Tut Field Trip booklet, work on it at home. Remember, there are links on Mrs. Brunner's and Mrs. Doan's teacher web pages.
English
Thursday Classwork: Pink "Reading Candy" figurative language packet - Personification
Homework:
- Complete the two pages on Idioms (#1-9) in the pink "Reading Candy" packet
- Biography/Autobiography Book Report - the book approval is due by December 19
Please Note...
...A parent signature on the Secret Elf permission letter is due by tomorrow.
Hopefully we'll have a lot of participation in this fun holiday activity!
... consider donating canned goods for our HMS food drive!
Proteins such as beans, peanut butter, and tuna are especially appreciated.
... ASB is selling Holiday Grams (2 for $1) to send to your friends!
Important Dates
Friday (12/7): "Secret Elf" Permission Slip due
Wednesday (12/12): Noontime Fun (Cookie Decorating)
Wednesday (12/19): Biography/Autobiography Book Report - book approval due
Due:
Assignment
What a wonderful visit
to the King Tut Exhibit today!
Tomorrow we will start the King Tut artifact booklet,
so think about which 3 artifacts you want to focus on.
Homework (as previously discussed):
Social Studies -
- "Tutunkhamun" (blue article) - read and highlight/annotate (if you have not already done)
- Ancient Egypt Research Report - if you did not finish revising the Introduction paragraph in class, do it for homework. Don't forget to write the rough draft on the yellow paper. Use the 5 W's on the back and look at the blue Guided Essay for the suggested background on your topic.
- Continue to work on your notes if you need more research done.
English -
- IXL - AA.4, Z.5, D.4 due tomorrow
- In the pink "Reading Candy" packet, do the 4th and 5th pages (Personification and Idiom)
Please Note...
...information about our Secret Elf Gift Exchange was passed out
yesterday. Please consider participating and get a parent signature by Friday.
... consider donating canned goods for our HMS food drive!
Proteins such as beans, peanut butter, and tuna are especially appreciated.
... ASB is selling Holiday Grams (2 for $1) to send to your friends!
Important Dates
Thursday (12/6): IXL - A.4, Z.5, D.4 due
Friday (12/7): "Secret Elf" Permission Slip due
Wednesday (12/12): Noontime Fun (Cookie Decorating)
Wednesday (12/19): Biography/Autobiography Book Report - book approval due
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Tuesday Classwork:
- Guidelines for field trip
- Ancient Egypt Research Report - Introduction
Homework:
- "Tutunkhamun" (blue article) - read and highlight/annotate
- Ancient Egypt Research Report - if you did not finish revising the Introduction paragraph in class, do it for homework. Don't forget to write the rough draft on the yellow paper. Use the 5 W's on the back and look at the blue Guided Essay for the suggested background on your topic.
- Continue to work on your notes if you need more research done.
English
Tuesday Classwork:
- Study Sync - "Informational Text Structure" lesson with Define video, Model section, and "Your Turn" quiz
- Biography/Autobiography Book Report - book approval form (due 12/19)
Please Note...
...information about our Secret Elf Gift Exchange was passed out
today. Please consider participating and get a parent signature by Friday.
... consider donating canned goods for our HMS food drive!
Proteins such as beans, peanut butter, and tuna are especially appreciated.
... ASB is selling Holiday Grams (2 for $1) to send to your friends!
King Tut Field Trip Information
California Science Center
Wednesday, December 5th
Departure Time: 8:30 a.m.
Estimated Return Time: 2:30 p.m.
REMINDERS:
1. Please arrive to school on time as we will board the buses at 8:15 a.m.
2. Bring a disposable bag lunch and drink.
3. You may bring a cell phone to take pictures during the field trip. However, please remember that the school is not responsible for any lost or damaged items.
4. You may bring money to spend at the gift/souvenir shops. However, you may not purchase any food or drinks during the field trip.
5. Please bring your best manners and positive attitude with you. Remember that you are representing HMS and should be respectful, attentive, and safe at all times. Thank you! : )
Important Dates
Wednesday (12/5): King Tut Field Trip (8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.)
California Science Center
Thursday (12/6): IXL - A.4, Z.5, D.4 due
Friday (12/7): "Secret Elf" Permission Slip due
Wednesday (12/12): Noontime Fun (Cookie Decorating)
Wednesday (12/19): Biography/Autobiography Book Report - book approval due
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Monday Classwork:
- Movie - Mysteries of Egypt
- Ancient Egypt Research Report - note-taking reminders/feedback
Homework: Continue to work on your notes if you need more research done
English
Monday Classwork: Nonfiction Text Structure - practice in English Journal, p. 20
Homework:
- IXL - AA.4, Z.5, D.4 (due Thursday)
- BrainPop video on Jackie Robinson with Review Quiz in the Jackie Robinson packet, p. 5
- Biography/Autobiography Book Report - the due date for book approval is Dec. 19
King Tut Field Trip Information
California Science Center
Wednesday, December 5th
Departure Time: 8:30 a.m.
Estimated Return Time: 2:30 p.m.
REMINDERS:
1. Please arrive to school on time as we will board the buses at 8:15 a.m.
2. Bring a disposable bag lunch and drink.
3. You may bring a cell phone to take pictures during the field trip. However, please remember that the school is not responsible for any lost or damaged items.
4. You may bring money to spend at the gift/souvenir shops. However, you may not purchase any food or drinks during the field trip.
5. Please bring your best manners and positive attitude with you. Remember that you are representing HMS and should be respectful, attentive, and safe at all times. Thank you! : )
Please Consider
.... donating canned goods for our HMS food drive!
Proteins such as beans, peanut butter, and tuna are especially appreciated.
Important Dates
Wednesday (12/5): King Tut Field Trip (8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.)
California Science Center
Thursday (12/6): IXL - A.4, Z.5, D.4 due
Wednesday (12/12): Noontime Fun (Cookie Decorating)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Friday Classwork: Ancient Egypt Research Report - writing the Introduction paragraph
Homework:
- If you did not finish the rough draft (on yellow handout), please complete it and have it ready for Monday.
- If you asked for an extension on the note-taking deadline, work on finishing your notes this weekend. Don't forget that you can use the HMS Library link on hehms.us to access Britannica School. You can also use "Ducksters" Education Site.
English
Friday Classwork:
- English Journal page on Nonfiction Text Structure
- Directions for next IXL Assignment (orange handout)
Homework:
- IXL - AA.4, Z.5, D.4 (due Thursday)
- Jackie Robinson packet p.9 - if you did not follow the directions carefully (the answers have two parts), please complete it before Monday!
King Tut Field Trip Information
California Science Center
Wednesday, December 5th
Departure Time: 8:30 a.m.
Estimated Return Time: 2:30 p.m.
REMINDERS:
1. Please arrive to school on time as we will board the buses at 8:15 a.m.
2. Bring a disposable bag lunch and drink.
3. You may bring a cell phone to take pictures during the field trip. However, please remember that the school is not responsible for any lost or damaged items.
4. You may bring money to spend at the gift/souvenir shops. However, you may not purchase any food or drinks during the field trip.
5. Please bring your best manners and positive attitude with you. Remember that you are representing HMS and should be respectful, attentive, and safe at all times. Thank you! : )
Please Consider
.... donating canned goods for our HMS food drive!
Proteins such as beans, peanut butter, and tuna are especially appreciated.
Important Dates
Wednesday (12/5): King Tut Field Trip (8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.)
California Science Center
Thursday (12/6): IXL - A.4, Z.5, D.4 due
Wednesday (12/12): Noontime Fun (Cookie Decorating)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Thursday Classwork: Ancient Egypt Research Report - note-taking
Homework: Notes are due tomorrow (to be collected and checked)
English
Thursday Classwork: Pronouns page in English Journal (with practice)
Homework:
- Grammar Practice in Jackie Robinson packet, p. 9
- The revised Wonder Valley essay is due tomorrow. A final color copy should be turned in with the original pink grading rubric. Don't forget to develop your own Writing Goal and write it at the top of the pink grading rubric.
Please Consider
.... donating canned goods for our HMS food drive!
Proteins such as beans, peanut butter, and tuna are especially appreciated.
Important Dates
Friday (11/30): Revised Wonder Valley Essay - final color copy due
Wednesday (12/5): King Tut Field Trip (8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.)
California Science Center
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Wednesday Classwork:
- Ancient Egypt Map collected
- Ancient Egypt Research Report - note-taking
Homework: none
English
Wednesday Classwork: Wonder Valley art project for display copy
Homework:
- IXL - Z.1, Z.2, Z.3 (due tomorrow)
- The revised Wonder Valley essay is due by Friday. A final color copy should be turned in with the original pink grading rubric. Don't forget to develop your own Writing Goal and write it at the top of the pink grading rubric.
Please Consider
.... donating canned goods for our HMS food drive!
Proteins such as beans, peanut butter, and tuna are especially appreciated.
Important Dates
Thursday (11/29): IXL - Z.1, Z.2, Z.3 due
Friday (11/30): Revised Wonder Valley Essay - final color copy due
Wednesday (12/5): King Tut Field Trip (8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.)
California Science Center
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Tuesday Classwork: Ancient Egypt Research Report - note-taking
Homework:
- BrainPop - log in and look for the assignment on "Paraphrasing." Watch the movie as many times as necessary, then carefully do the Movie Quiz online assignment.
- Map of Ancient Egypt is due tomorow (use the blue directions)
English
Tuesday Classwork:
- Pink "Reading Candy" packet on figurative language - first 3 pages discussed and corrected
- Wonder Valley essay - revising,developing Writing Goals, and printing
Homework:
- IXL - Z.1, Z.2, Z.3 (due Thursday)
- The revised Wonder Valley essay is due by Friday. A final color copy should be turned in with the original pink grading rubric. Don't forget to develop your own Writing Goal and write it at the top of the pink grading rubric.
Please Consider
.... donating canned goods for our HMS food drive!
Proteins such as beans, peanut butter, and tuna are especially appreciated.
Important Dates
Wednesday (11/28): Ancient Egypt Map due
Thursday (11/29): IXL - Z.1, Z.2, Z.3 due
Friday (11/30): Revised Wonder Valley Essay - final color copy due
Wednesday (12/5): King Tut Field Trip (8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.)
California Science Center
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Classwork:
- BrainPop video on "Plagiarism" with Vocabulary worksheet
- Bright green "Note-taking for Egypt Research Report" directions
- Ancient Egypt Research Report - note-taking from approved sources
Homework:
- BrainPop - watch the video on "Plagiarism" one more time and do the related Quiz (yellow worksheet). Note: If you need to "Enter Code" again for BrainPop, use SocStPer1 (for Periods 1/2) or SocStPer3 (for Periods 3/4).
- Map of Ancient Egypt is due Wednesday (use the blue directions)
English
Classwork: Wonder Valley essay - revising
Homework:
- Pink "Reading Candy" packet on figurative language - first 3 pages on Metaphor, Simile, and Hyperbole should be completed by tomorrow (if not already finished)
- IXL - Z.1, Z.2, Z.3 (due Thursday)
Please Consider
.... donating canned goods for our HMS food drive!
Important Dates
Wednesday (11/28): Ancient Egypt Map due
Thursday (11/29): IXL - Z.1, Z.2, Z.3 due
Wednesday (12/5): King Tut Field Trip (8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.)
California Science Center
Due:
Assignment
Happy Thanksgiving to you all!
Enjoy this wonderful time off with your families.
We have so much to be grateful for!
Here are some updates about Classwork from last Friday and "head start" opportunities on assignments due after we return.
Social Studies
Friday Classwork:
- BrainPop video - "Thanksgiving"
- Ancient Egypt Research Report - note-taking process
Homework: The Ancient Egypt Map is due on Wednesday, November 28 (use the blue directions sheet)
English
Friday Classwork:
- Book Report - trioramas, index cards, and rough drafts turned in
- Study Sync - I Never Had It Made Think Questions, #1-3 with two peer reviews
- Vocabulary activity with green (or yellow) packet p. 4
- Pink "Reading Candy" packet - third page on hyperbole (the first 3 pages should be completed now)
Homework:
- If you did not finish the Think Questions and peer reviews in class, you might want to catch up on that and finish them before you return.
- IXL - Z.1, Z.2, Z.3 will be due on Thursday, November 29
Please Note...
...we will need one parent chaperone to help with supervision on the King Tut field trip.
Please e-mail me at [email protected] if you are interested in joining us.
... If you have not already done so, it's time to register and pay for the
King Tut field trip on December 5th!
If you need the link for the sign-up forms, click here:
Important Dates
Thursday (11/15): King Tut Field Trip Registration and Payment Due
Monday (11/19) - Friday (11/23): Thanksgiving Break!
Wednesday (11/28): Ancient Egypt Map due
Thursday (11/29): IXL - Z.1, Z.2, Z.3 due
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Thursday Classwork:
- Egypt Research Report - topic selection
- Ancient Egypt Map
Homework: The Ancient Egypt Map will be due Wednesday, Nov. 28.
English
Thursday Classwork:
- "Strategies for Providing Quality Peer Review" guidelines in English Journal
- Study Sync - I Never Had It Made (First Read) - Think Questions #1-3, Vocabulary, and Peer Review of Think Questions
Homework: The Fantasy/Science Fiction Book Report is due tomorrow. Be ready to turn in the triorama, index card, and paragraph rough draft (white).
Please Note...
... it's time to register and pay for the King Tut field trip on December 5th!
If you need the link for the sign-up forms, click here:
Important Dates
Thursday (11/15): King Tut Field Trip Registration and Payment Due
Friday (11/16): Fantasy/Science Fiction Book Report project due
Friday (11/16): Last Day to Donate to Operation Christmas Child
Monday (11/19) - Friday (11/23): Thanksgiving Break!
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Wednesday Classwork:
- Chapter 8/9 Test
- Ancient Egypt Map
Homework: none
English
Wednesday Classwork:
- I Never Had It Made by Jackie Robinson - Annotation Assignment in green or yellow packet, p. 3, with highlighting and annotating in Study Sync workbook, p. 30-32
- Fantasy/Science Fiction Book Report - final draft of paragraph on index card
Homework:
- IXL - AA.1, AA.2, AA.3 due tomorrow
- Fantasy/Science Fiction Book Report - tiorama and index card due Friday
Please Note...
November Scholastic Book Orders are due tomorrow!
You may submit order forms with payment to class
or you may order and pay on-line.
For on-line orders, click on the link below. Our class code is LB99V.
Thank you for your support!
... it's time to register and pay for the King Tut field trip on December 5th!
If you need the link for the sign-up forms, click here:
Important Dates
Thursday (11/15): Scholastic Book Orders due
Thursday (11/15): IXL - AA.1, AA.2, AA.3 due
Thursday (11/15): King Tut Field Trip Registration and Payment Due
Friday (11/16): Fantasy/Science Fiction Book Report project due
Friday (11/16): Last Day to Donate to Operation Christmas Child
Monday (11/19) - Friday (11/23): Thanksgiving Break!
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Friday Classwork:
- Video - "Ancient Egypt: Life on the Nile"
- Chapter 9, Section 6 with notes in ISN p. 71 (bottom)
- Blue packet - "Ra and Isis" (last page)
- Directions for Chapters 8/9 Test Review
Homework: The Chapters 8/9 Test will be on Wednesday. (Note: there is a typo on the purple test review guidelines handout that says the test is on Friday. It is Wednesday!) Use the review guidelines to prepare for the test. If you would like to print out hard copies of the chapters, use the links below.
English
Friday Classwork:
- Handout for IXL AA.1, AA.2, AA.3 (subject and object pronouns)
- Rough draft for book report paragraph collected (we will work on index cards on Tuesday)
- Fantasy/Science Fiction book report - worked on trioramas
Homework:
- The Fantasy/Science Fiction book report project is due on Friday, Nov. 16 (triorama and paragraph on index card)
- IXL - AA.1, AA.2, AA.3 - due Thursday
Please Note...
Please consider ordering books from Scholastic Book Clubs!
Flyers for the month of November were sent home earlier this week.
You may submit order forms with payment to class
or you may order and pay on-line.
For on-line orders, click on the link below. Our class code is LB99V.
Thank you for your support!
... it's time to register and pay for the King Tut field trip on December 5th!
If you need the link for the sign-up forms, click here:
Important Dates
Friday (11/9): 6th Grade Dance (6:00-8:00 p.m. in HMS Cafeteria)
Theme: "Candyland"
Monday (11/12): Veteran's Day -- No School
Wednesday (11/14): Social Studies Chapters 8/9 Test
Wednesday (11/14): Scholastic Book Orders due
Wednesday (11/14): Noontime Fun (DIY stress balls)
Thursday (11/15): IXL - AA.1, AA.2, AA.3 due
Thursday (11/15): King Tut Field Trip Registration and Payment Due
Friday (11/16): Fantasy/Science Fiction Book Report project due
Friday (11/16): Last Day to Donate to Operation Christmas Child
Monday (11/19) - Friday (11/23): Thanksgiving Break!
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Thursday Classwork: Chapter 9, sections 4 and 5 with notes in ISN p. 70 (bottom) and p. 71 (top)
Homework: none
English
Thursday Classwork: Fantasy/Science Fiction Book Report - rough draft for paragraph
Homework: The rough draft for the book report paragraph is due tomorrow. Use the directions and reminders carefully, and don't forget to proofread (check your verbs!)
Please Note...
Please consider ordering books from Scholastic Book Clubs!
Your child should have brought home flyers for the month of November.
You may submit order forms with payment to class
or you may order and pay on-line.
For on-line orders, click on the link below. Our class code is LB99V.
Thank you for your support!
... it's time to register and pay for the King Tut field trip on December 5th!
If you need the link for the sign-up forms, click here:
...Operation Christmas Child has begun. JFL is asking for
donations of toys and school supplies for children around the world who have
never received presents during the holidays. The link is posted below
with additional details.
Important Dates
Friday (11/9): 6th Grade Dance (6:00-8:00 p.m. in HMS Cafeteria)
Theme: "Candyland"
Monday (11/12): Veteran's Day -- No School
Wednesday (11/14): Social Studies Chapters 8/9 Test
Wednesday (11/14): Scholastic Book Orders due
Wednesday (11/14): Noontime Fun (DIY stress balls)
Thursday (11/15): King Tut Field Trip Registration and Payment Due
Friday (11/16): Fantasy/Science Fiction Book Report project due
Friday (11/16): Last Day to Donate to Operation Christmas Child
Monday (11/19) - Friday (11/23): Thanksgiving Break!
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Wednesday Classwork: Chapter 9, Sections 2 and 3 with notes in ISN p. 69, 70 (top)
Homework: blue packet, p. 3 - "Hathepsut's Decree"
English
Wednesday Classwork: Fantasy/Science Fiction Book Report project
Homework:
- We'll continue to work on the book report project in class tomorrow, but you may want to re-read the turning point/climax portion of your book so you are ready to depict the scene on your triorama.
- IXL - M.1 with worksheet, M.2, and M.3 (use the handouts to review the directions) - due tomorrow
Please Note...
... it's time to register and pay for the King Tut field trip on December 5th!
If you need the link for the sign-up forms, click here:
...Operation Christmas Child has begun. JFL is asking for
donations of toys and school supplies for children around the world who have
never received presents during the holidays. The link is posted below
with additional details.
Important Dates
Thursday (11/8): IXL - M.1 (worksheet), M.2, M.3 due
Friday (11/9): 6th Grade Dance (6:00-8:00 p.m. in HMS Cafeteria)
Theme: "Candyland"
Monday (11/12): Veteran's Day -- No School
Wednesday (11/14): Social Studies Chapters 8/9 Test
Wednesday (11/14): Noontime Fun (DIY stress balls)
Thursday (11/15): King Tut Field Trip Registration and Payment Due
Friday (11/16): Fantasy/Science Fiction Book Report project due
Friday (11/16): Last Day to Donate to Operation Christmas Child
Monday (11/19) - Friday (11/23): Thanksgiving Break!
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Tuesday Classwork: Chapter 9, Section 2 with notes in ISN p. 69
Homework: Complete the 2nd page of the blue packet - "Biography - Ramses II" (don't forget to write complete stand-alone sentences with details)
English
Tuesday Classwork: Jackie Robinson's autobiography in workbook, p. 30-31, with annotation assignment in packet, p. 3
Homework:
- Fantasy/Science Fiction book report book - Finish reading the book and doing the "Stop and Jot" post-its about plot elements, especially the turning point/climax, by tomorrow. (There is a link below to the directions for the "Stop and Jot.") Don't forget to bring your book to class tomorrow so that we can start the project.
- IXL - M.1 with worksheet, M.2, and M.3 (use the handouts to review the directions) - due Thursday
Please Note...
... it's time to register and pay for the King Tut field trip on December 5th!
If you need the link for the sign-up forms, click here:
...Operation Christmas Child has begun. JFL is asking for
donations of toys and school supplies for children around the world who have
never received presents during the holidays. The link is posted below
with additional details.
Important Dates
Wednesday (11/7): Fantasy/Science Fiction Book Report - Reading due date
(Bring your book to class. We will begin the project on this day.)
Thursday (11/8): IXL - M.1 (worksheet), M.2, M.3 due
Friday (11/9): 6th Grade Dance (6:00-8:00 p.m. in HMS Cafeteria)
Theme: "Candyland"
Monday (11/12): Veteran's Day -- No School
Wednesday (11/14): Social Studies Chapters 8/9 Test
Wednesday (11/14): Noontime Fun
Thursday (11/15): King Tut Field Trip Registration and Payment Due
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Monday Classwork: Chapter 9 = Daily Life in Ancient Egypt, Introduction (in History Alive online chapter) and Section 1 with notes in ISN p. 68
Homework: Do the first page in the blue packet that was passed out today, "Primary Sources - Hymn to the Nile"
English
Monday Classwork: Study Sync excerpt from I Never Had It Made by Jackie Robinson, workbook p. 29-30 with Annotation Assignment in packet, p. 3
Homework:
- Continue reading your Fantasy/Science Fiction book report book. Don't forget to use the "Stop and Jot" post-its to make notes about plot elements, especially the turning point/climax. The reading and post-it notes need to be completed by Wednesday!
- IXL - M.1 with worksheet, M.2, and M.3 (use the handouts to review the directions) - due Thursday
Please Note...
... it's time to register and pay for the King Tut field trip on December 5th!
If you need the link for the sign-up forms, click here:
...Operation Christmas Child has begun. JFL is asking for
donations of toys and school supplies for children around the world who have
never received presents during the holidays. The link is posted below
with additional details.
Important Dates
Wednesday (11/7): Fantasy/Science Fiction Book Report - Reading due date
(Bring your book to class. We will begin the project on this day.)
Thursday (11/8): IXL - M.1 (worksheet), M.2, M.3 due
Friday (11/9): 6th Grade Dance (6:00-8:00 p.m. in HMS Cafeteria)
Theme: "Candyland"
Monday (11/12): Veteran's Day -- No School
Wednesday (11/14): Noontime Fun
Thursday (11/15): King Tut Field Trip Registration and Payment Due
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Friday Classwork: Completion and proofreading of Chapter 8 notes in ISN p. 61-64. Workbooks turned in for a Classwork grade.
Homework: none
English
Friday Classwork:
- Island of the Blue Dolphins - Unit Test
- Island of the Blue Dolphins - Response to literature (RACES response)
- IXL - M.1 with worksheet (practice in M.2 and M.3)
Homework:
- Continue reading your Fantasy/Science Fiction book report book. Don't forget to use the "Stop and Jot" post-its to make notes about plot elements, especially the turning point/climax.
- IXL - M.1 with worksheet, M.2, and M.3 (use the handouts to review the directions)
Please Note...
... it's time to register and pay for the King Tut field trip on December 5th!
If you need the link for the sign-up forms, click here:
...Operation Christmas Child has begun. JFL is asking for
donations of toys and school supplies for children around the world who have
never received presents during the holidays. The link is posted below
with additional details.
Important Dates
Wednesday (11/7): Fantasy/Science Fiction Book Report - Reading due date
(Bring your book to class. We will begin the project on this day.)
Thursday (11/8): IXL - M.1, M.2, M.3 due
Friday (11/9): 6th Grade Dance (6:00-8:00 p.m. in HMS Cafeteria)
Theme: "Candyland"
Monday (11/12): Veteran's Day -- No School
Wednesday (11/14): Noontime Fun
Thursday (11/15): King Tut Field Trip Registration and Payment Due
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Thursday Classwork: Chapter 8, Sections 4 and 5 with notes in ISN p. 63.
Homework:
- ISN p. 64 (use the chapter xerox for reference while writing the postcard for Section 5)
- Be ready to turn in your ISN p. 61-64 for a Classwork grade
English
Thursday Classwork:
- Review guidelines for Island of the Blue Dolphins Unit test - green handout
- Directions for IXL - M.1, M.2, M.3
- Island of the Blue Dolphins - Response to Literature (RACES response)
Homework:
- Review for the Island of the Blue Dolphins Unit test tomorrow
- Continue reading your Fantasy/Science Fiction book report book. Don't forget to use the "Stop and Jot" post-its to make notes about plot elements, especially the turning point/climax.
Please Note...
... it's time to register and pay for the King Tut field trip on December 5th!
If you need the link for the sign-up forms, click here:
... unwanted Halloween candy can be turned in
to the front office tomorrow and/or Friday!
All donations will be delivered to Foothill Unity Center.
Thank you so much!
...Operation Christmas Child has begun. JFL is asking for
donations of toys and school supplies for children around the world who have
never received presents during the holidays. The link is posted below
with additional details.
Important Dates
Friday (11/2): English Unit Test (Island of the Blue Dolphins)
Wednesday (11/7): Fantasy/Science Fiction Book Report - Reading due date
(Bring your book to class. We will begin the project on this day.)
Thursday (11/8): IXL - M.1, M.2, M.3 due
Friday (11/9): 6th Grade Dance (6:00-8:00 p.m. in HMS Cafeteria)
Theme: "Candyland"
Monday (11/12): Veteran's Day -- No School
Wednesday (11/14): Noontime Fun
Thursday (11/15): King Tut Field Trip Registration and Payment Due
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Wednesday Classwork:
- BrainPop video about Halloween with Review Quiz
- Chapter 8 activity (sailing the Nile River in a felucca), Section 3 in text with notes in ISN p. 62.
Homework: If not completed in class, finish your postcard on p. 62 of the ISN
English
Wednesday Classwork: Island of the Blue Dolphins response to literature activity (RACES response) - rough drafts completed
Homework:
- If your rough draft for the RACES response is not very close to being completed, you should work on it at home to get caught up.
- Continue reading your Fantasy/Science Fiction book report book. Don't forget to use the "Stop and Jot" post-its to make notes about plot elements, especially the turning point/climax.
Please Note...
... it's time to register and pay for the King Tut field trip on December 5th!
If you need the link for the sign-up forms, click here:
...Operation Christmas Child has begun. JFL is asking for
donations of toys and school supplies for children around the world who have
never received presents during the holidays. The link is posted below
with additional details.
Important Dates
Wednesday (10/31): Happy Halloween!
Friday (11/2): English Unit Test (Island of the Blue Dolphins)
Wednesday (11/7): Fantasy/Science Fiction Book Report - Reading due date
(Bring your book to class. We will begin the project on this day.)
Friday (11/9): 6th Grade Dance (6:00-8:00 p.m. in HMS Cafeteria)
The theme is "Candyland"
Monday (11/12): Veteran's Day -- No School
Wednesday (11/14): Noontime Fun
Thursday (11/15): King Tut Field Trip Registration and Payment Due
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Tuesday Classwork: Chapter 8 = The Ancient Egyptian Pharaohs - "sailing the Nile River on a felucca" tour to Giza and Karnak (sections 2 and 3 in chapter) and writing a postcard from Giza (ISN p 61)
Homework: If you didn't finish in class, finish ISN p. 61 (postcard from Giza)
English
Tuesday Classwork: Island of the Blue Dolphins response to literature activity (RACES response)
Homework:
- IXL - K.1, K.2, X.8, X.9 due tomorrow (Wednesday!)
- Continue reading your Fantasy/Science Fiction book report book. Don't forget to use the "Stop and Jot" post-its to make notes about plot elements, especially the turning point/climax.
Halloween Dress Up Day
Date: 10/31
Halloween dress up day is tomorrow! All HMS students and staff can dress up in a costume to celebrate Halloween as well as school spirit.
Students may NOT wear/bring:
-
Masks
-
Weapons
-
Face paint (covering the entire face)
-
Anything (costumes) which could interfere with learning (e.g. sitting down in class, vision, vision of other students, movement)
-
Anything (costumes) that obstruct movement in the halls during passing periods
-
Costumes promoting violence
-
Costumes with inappropriate suggestions
Important Dates
Wednesday (10/31): Happy Halloween!
Wednesday (10/31): IXL - K.1, K.2, X.8, X.9 due (new date)
Friday (11/2): English Unit Test (Island of the Blue Dolphins)
Wednesday (11/7): Fantasy/Science Fiction Book Report - Reading due date
(Bring your book to class. We will begin the project on this day.)
Friday (11/9): 6th Grade Dance
Monday (11/12): Veteran's Day -- No School
Wednesday (11/14): Noontime Fun
Thursday (11/15): King Tut Field Trip Registration and Payment Due
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Monday Classwork: Chapter 8 = The Ancient Egyptian Pharaohs - Preview, Introduction, and Section 1 with notes in ISN on p. 59-60
Homework: none
English
Monday Classwork: Island of the Blue Dolphins - Study Sync Skill: Textual Evidence
- Online "Define" video with green packet p. 6
- "Model" section with video and text - highlighted and annotated
- "Your Turn" quiz
Homework:
- IXL - K.1, K.2, X.8, X.9 due Wednesday (new date) - work on these section for at least 20 minutes tonight
- Continue reading your Fantasy/Science Fiction book report book. Don't forget to use the "Stop and Jot" post-its to make notes about plot elements, especially the turning point/climax.
Please Note...
... it's time to register and pay for the King Tut field trip on December 5th!
The sign-up information was sent directly to parents a couple of weeks ago.
...Operation Christmas Child has begun. JFL is asking for
donations of toys and school supplies for children around the world who have
never received presents during the holidays. The link is posted below
with additional details.
Important Dates
Wednesday (10/31): Happy Halloween!
Wednesday (10/31): IXL - K.1, K.2, X.8, X.9 due (new date)
Friday (11/2): English Unit Test (Island of the Blue Dolphins)
Wednesday (11/7): Fantasy/Science Fiction Book Report - Reading due date
(Bring your book to class. We will begin the project on this day.)
Friday (11/9): 6th Grade Dance
Monday (11/12): Veteran's Day -- No School
Wednesday (11/14): Noontime Fun
Thursday (11/15): King Tut Field Trip Registration and Payment Due
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Friday Classwork: Chapter 7 Test
Homework: none
English
Friday Classwork:
- Introduction of IXL assignment - K.1, K.2, X.8, X.9
- Study Sync Island of the Blue Dolphins First Read assignment online - Think Questions #1-3, Vocabulary activity
Homework:
- If you did not finish in class, complete the online Study Sync Island of the Blue Dolphins First Read Assignment (Think Questions and Vocabulary). Don't forget to write the vocabulary definitions on p. 5 of the green packet and do the fill-in-the -blank activity.
- Continue reading your Fantasy/Science Fiction book report book. Don't forget to use the "Stop and Jot" post-its to make notes about plot elements, especially the turning point/climax.
- IXL - K.1, K.2, X.8, X.9 (due Thursday)
Please Note...
... it's time to register and pay for the King Tut field trip on December 5th!
The sign-up information was sent directly to parents a couple of weeks ago.
...Operation Christmas Child started today. JFL is asking for
donations of toys and school supplies for children around the world who have
never received presents during the holidays. The link is posted below
with additional details.
Important Dates
Wednesday (10/31): Happy Halloween!
Friday (11/2): English Unit Test (Island of the Blue Dolphins)
Wednesday (11/7): Fantasy/Science Fiction Book Report - Reading due date
(Bring your book to class. We will begin the project on this day.)
Friday (11/9): 6th Grade Dance
Monday (11/12): Veteran's Day -- No School
Wednesday (11/14): Noontime Fun
Thursday (11/15): King Tut Field Trip Registration and Payment Due
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Thursday Classwork: Chapter 7, Section 3 with ISN p. 56
Homework:
- Chapter 7 Online Lesson Game
- Review for Chapter 7 quiz tomorrow
English
Thursday Classwork:
- Island of the Blue Dolphins - Annotation Assignment discussion (Study Sync workbook p. 15-17)
- Green Packet p. 1-3 - Author Scott O'Dell
- Online - Think Question #1
Homework: none
Please Note...
...tomorrow is "Wear Red" day in honor of Red Ribbon Week.
... it's time to register and pay for the King Tut field trip on December 5th!
The sign-up information was sent directly to parents a couple of weeks ago.
...Operation Christmas Child started today. JFL is asking for
donations of toys and school supplies for children around the world who have
never received presents during the holidays. The link is posted below
with additional details.
Important Dates
Friday (10/26): Wear RED for Red Ribbon Week!
Friday (10/26): Social Studies Chapter 7 Quiz (Geograhpy of Egypt, Kush, and Canaan)
Wednesday (10/31): Happy Halloween!
Wednesday (11/7): Fantasy/Science Fiction Book Report - Reading due date
(Bring your book to class. We will begin the project on this day.)
Friday (11/9): 6th Grade Dance
Monday (11/12): Veteran's Day -- No School
Wednesday (11/14): Noontime Fun
Thursday (11/15): King Tut Field Trip Registration and Payment Due
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Wednesday Classwork: Chapter 7, Sections 1 & 2 with notes in ISN, p. 54-55
Homework: none
English
Wednesday Classwork:
- Wonder Valley essays collected
- Study Sync - Excerpt from Island of the Blue Dolphins, Preview video
- Study Sync workbook - reading and annotating p. 15-17 using directions in Annotation Assignment (green packet, p. 4)
Homework:
- If not finished in class, complete the Annotation Assignment (green packet p. 4) in the excerpt from Island of the Blue Dolphins in the Study Sync workbook - p. 15-17.
- Continue reading your Fantasy/Science Fiction book report book. Don't forget to use the "Stop and Jot" post-its to make notes about plot elements, especially the turning point/climax.
- IXL - JJ.2, JJ.4, JJ.5 (due Thursday)
Please Note...
...Quarter 1 Report Cards were sent home with students today.
They are for your reference and do not need to be signed and returned.
... it's time to register and pay for the King Tut field trip on December 5th!
The sign-up information was sent directly to parents a couple of weeks ago.
...Operation Christmas Child started today. JFL is asking for
donations of toys and school supplies for children around the world who have
never received presents during the holidays. The link is posted below
with additional details.
Important Dates
Monday (10/22- 10/26): Red Ribbon Week
Wednesday (10/24): Quarter 1 Report Cards distributed in Homeroom (new date)
Thursday (10/25): IXL - JJ.2, JJ.4, JJ.5 due
Friday (10/26): Wear RED for Red Ribbon Week!
Wednesday (10/31): Happy Halloween!
Wednesday (11/7): Fantasy/Science Fiction Book Report - Reading due date
(Bring your book to class. We will begin the project on this day.)
Friday (11/9): 6th Grade Dance
Monday (11/12): Veteran's Day -- No School
Wednesday (11/14): Noontime Fun
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Tuesday Classwork:
- Chapter 7 Activity - acting out a "map" of the physical geography of Egypt, Kush, and Canaan
- Chapter 7 - Introduction in online text
- Hammurabi essays and planning sheets collected
Homework: none
English
Tuesday Classwork:
- Wonder Valley Essay - revising and proofreading
- Descriptive Essay Rubric (pink sheet) for use while revising
- Neon pink "Directions for Turning in the Wonder Valley Essay"
Homework:
- Use the neon pink "Directions for Turning in..." guidelines for turning in the Wonder Valley essay tomorrow.
- Continue reading your Fantasy/Science Fiction book report book. Don't forget to use the "Stop and Jot" post-its to make notes about plot elements, especially the turning point/climax.
- IXL - JJ.2, JJ.4, JJ.5 (due Thursday)
Please Remember
... to register and pay for the King Tut field trip on December 5th!
The sign-up information was sent directly to parents a couple of weeks ago.
...Operation Christmas Child started today. JFL is asking for
donations of toys and school supplies for children around the world who have
never received presents during the holidays. The link is posted below
with additional details.
Important Dates
Monday (10/22- 10/26): Red Ribbon Week
Wednesday (10/24): Quarter 1 Report Cards distributed in Homeroom (new date)
Wednesday (10/24): Wonder Valley essay due (printed)
Thursday (10/25): IXL - JJ.2, JJ.4, JJ.5 due
Friday (10/26): Wear RED for Red Ribbon Week!
Wednesday (10/31): Happy Halloween!
Wednesday (11/7): Fantasy/Science Fiction Book Report - Reading due date
(Bring your book to class. We will begin the project on this day.)
Friday (11/9): 6th Grade Dance
Monday (11/12): Veteran's Day -- No School
Wednesday (11/14): Noontime Fun
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Monday Classwork:
- Chapter 7 = Geography and the Early Settlement of Egypt, Kush, and Canaan - Preview Activity in ISN p. 53
- Hammurabi's Code essay - revising and editing
Homework: "Hammurabi's Code: Was It Just?" essay is due tomorrow. It should be turned in with the beige handout (documents) and the two blue planning sheets.
English
Monday Classwork: Wonder Valley essay - lesson on how to add images/photos to a google doc
Homework:
- The typed Wonder Valley essay is due on Wednesday. Finish adding pictures if you did not get that done today. We will do final revising and proofreading tomorrow.
- Continue reading your Fantasy/Science Fiction book report book. Don't forget to use the "Stop and Jot" post-its to make notes about plot elements, especially the turning point/climax.
- IXL - JJ.2, JJ.4, JJ.5 (due Thursday)
Please Remember
... to register and pay for the King Tut field trip on December 5th!
The sign-up information was sent directly to parents a couple of weeks ago.
Important Dates
Monday (10/22- 10/26): Red Ribbon Week
Tuesday (10/23): Hammurabi Essay due (printed)
Wednesday (10/24): Quarter 1 Report Cards distributed in Homeroom (new date)
Wednesday (10/24): Wonder Valley essay due (printed)
Thursday (10/25): IXL - JJ.2, JJ.4, JJ.5 due
Friday (10/26): Wear RED for Red Ribbon Week!
Wednesday (10/31): Happy Halloween!
Wednesday (11/7): Fantasy/Science Fiction Book Report - Reading due date
(Bring your book to class. We will begin the project on this day.)
Friday (11/9): 6th Grade Dance
Monday (11/12): Veteran's Day -- No School
Wednesday (11/14): Noontime Fun
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Friday Classwork: Hammurabi Document Based Question Activity - directions for writing a conclusion and paragraph typing
Homework: The "Hammurabi's Code: Was It Just?" essay is due Tuesday. Students should use the blue planning sheet and beige documents handout to complete the essay. FYI, students will have 30 minutes on Monday in class to work on it.
English
Friday Classwork:
- Hard & Fast Rules for Using Commas in English Journal
- IXL Directions for sections on commas - JJ.1-JJ.5
- Wonder Valley essay - directions for writing the conclusion
Homework:
- The typed Wonder Valley essay is due on Wednesday. We will add pictures on Monday and do final revising and proofreading on Tuesday.
- Continue reading your Fantasy/Science Fiction book report book. Don't forget to use the "Stop and Jot" post-its to make notes about plot elements, especially the turning point/climax.
- IXL - JJ.2, JJ.4, JJ.5 (due Thursday)
Important Dates
Saturday (10/20): Hauntington Breakfast (8:00 - 11:00 a.m.)
Monday (10/22): Quarter 1 Report Cards Distributed in Homeroom
Monday (10/22- 10/26): Red Ribbon Week
Tuesday (10/23): Hammurabi Essay due (printed)
Wednesday (10/24): Wonder Valley essay due (printed)
Thursday (10/25): IXL - JJ.2, JJ.4, JJ.5 due
Wednesday (11/7): Fantasy/Science Fiction Book Report - Reading due date
(Bring your book to class. We will begin the project on this day.)
Friday (11/9): 6th Grade Dance
Monday (11/12): Veteran's Day -- No School
Wednesday (11/14): Noontime Fun
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Thursday Classwork: Hammurabi Document Based Question Activity - planning and typing of Introduction and Body Paragraph #1. (The Introduction that we wrote together in class today is posted below. There are also some suggestions/sentence starters for how to begin Body Paragraph #1.)
Homework: Finish typing Hammurabi Body Paragraph #1
English
Thursday Classwork:
- Growth Mindset video - "Pathway Transformation Initiative"
- Papers passed back (Writing Goals and spelling practice in English Journal)
- Wonder Valley descriptive essay - Body Paragraph #3 (favorite activity)
Homework: Continue reading your Fantasy/Science Fiction book report book. Don't forget to use the "Stop and Jot" post-its to make notes about plot elements, especially the turning point/climax.
Important Dates
Friday (10/19): ASB Schoolwide Assembly
Saturday (10/20): Hauntington Breakfast (8:00 - 11:00 a.m.)
Monday (10/22): Quarter 1 Report Cards Distributed in Homeroom
Monday (10/22- 10/26): Red Ribbon Week
Wednesday (11/7): Fantasy/Science Fiction Book Report - Reading due date
(Bring your book to class. We will begin the project on this day.)
Friday (11/9): 6th Grade Dance
Monday (11/12): Veteran's Day -- No School
Wednesday (11/14): Noontime Fun
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Wednesday Classwork:
- 4 Types of Writing in English Journal
- Hammurabi's Code of Law - Document Based Question Activity - Planning and Organization (blue handouts) for writing prompt
Homework: none
English
Wednesday Classwork: Wonder Valley Essay - Body Paragraph #2 (Meals)
Homework:
- If not completed in class, finish typing Body Paragraph #2 (Meals). Remember to include a topic sentence, vivid descriptions, and a final "wrap it up" sentence for the paragraph.
- IXL - E.4, E.5, JJ.1, JJ.3 (due tomorrow)
- Keep reading your Fantasy/Science Fiction Book Report
Important Dates
Thursday (1018): IXL - E.4, E.5, JJ.1, JJ.3 due
Thursday (10/18): Great American Shakeout Earthquake Drill (10:18 a.m.)
Friday (10/19): ASB Schoolwide Assembly
Saturday (10/20): Hauntington Breakfast (8:00 - 11:00 a.m.)
Monday (10/22): Quarter 1 Report Cards Distributed in Homeroom
Monday (10/22- 10/26): Red Ribbon Week
Wednesday (11/7): Fantasy/Science Fiction Book Report - Reading due date
(Bring your book to class. We will begin the project on this day.)
Friday (11/9): 6th Grade Dance
Monday (11/12): Veteran's Day -- No School
Wednesday (11/14): Noontime Fun
Due:
Assignment
bSocial Studies
Tuesday Classwork: Hammurabi DBQ (Document Based Question activity) - Thrash Out debate on "Hammurabi's Code: Was It Just?"
Homework: none
English
Tuesday Classwork: Wonder Valley Essay -
- BrainPop video on "Dialogue"
- Revising of first two paragraphs - Introduction and 1st Body Paragraph (with emphasis on "showing," not "telling")
Homework:
- Yellow packet - p. 58 - 59 (you do not need to do the "Write Away" section at the bottom of p. 59) - don't forget to use your word banks and/or a thesaurus to be as descriptive as possible.
- IXL - E.4, E.5, JJ.1, JJ.3 (due Thursday)
- Fantasy/Science Fiction Book Report Approval form - Choose a book and get it approved by October 17. Use the pink approval form.
Important Dates
Wednesday (10/17): Fantasy/Science Fiction Book Report - book approval due
Thursday (1018): IXL - E.4, E.5, JJ.1, JJ.3 due
Thursday (10/18): Great American Shakeout Earthquake Drill (10:18 a.m.)
Friday (10/19): ASB Schoolwide Assembly
Saturday (10/20): Hauntington Breakfast (8:00 - 11:00 a.m.)
Monday (10/22): Quarter 1 Report Cards Distributed in Homeroom
Monday (10/22- 10/26): Red Ribbon Week
Friday (11/9): 6th Grade Dance
Monday (11/12): Veteran's Day -- No School
Wednesday (11/14): Noontime Fun
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies:
Monday Classwork:
- Hammurabi's Code of Law - Document E
- Evidence search to support argument - Just or Not Just?
Homework: none
English
Monday Classwork: Wonder Valley Descriptive Essay -
- Yellow Packet - p. 35, 57 (second and third pages of packet)
- Body Paragraph 1 - unique experience/special memory paragraph
Homework:
- Finish Body Paragraph 1 (don't forget to use descriptive language)
- The Introduction to the Wonder Valley Essay should have been completed last week. If you have not finished typing that, you need to get caught up and do it tonight.
- IXL E.4, E.5, JJ.1, JJ.3 (due Thursday)
- Fantasy/Science Fiction Book Report Approval form - Choose a book and get it approved by October 17. Use the pink approval form.
Please Note
...as we begin typing our Descriptive Essays, it is a good time to
think about keyboarding skills. Some students could benefit
from a little practice. Students have access to Typing Club (6th grade
subscriptions have been updated). To log in, go to https://hehms.typingclub.com/.
Students can log in using google, or their e-mail and e-mail password.
Important Dates
Wednesday (10/17): Fantasy/Science Fiction Book Report - book approval due
Thursday (1018): IXL - E.4, E.5, JJ.1, JJ.3 due
Friday (10/19): ASB Schoolwide Assembly
Saturday (10/20): Hauntington Breakfast (8:00 - 11:00 a.m.)
Monday (10/22- 10/26): Red Ribbon Week
Friday (11/9): 6th Grade Dance
Monday (11/12): Veteran's Day -- No School
Wednesday (11/14): Noontime Fun
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Friday Classwork: Hammurabi's Code - Document Based Question Activity, Document D with questions
Homework: none
English
Friday Classwork: Descriptive Writing (Wonder Valley) Essay - typed Introduction in Google Classroom Assignment
Homework:
- IXL E.4, E.5, JJ.1, JJ.3 (due Thursday)
- Descriptive Writing (Wonder Valley) Essay - if you didn't finish typing your Introduction paragraph in class today, you should finish it before Monday
- Fantasy/Science Fiction Book Report Approval form - Choose a book and get it approved by October 17. Use the pink approval form.
Please Note
...The deadline has been extended for October Scholastic Book Orders.
If you would like to order, please return the order form with a check (no cash)
by Monday, October 15th. If you choose to order directly online, our class code is LB99V.
...as we begin typing our Descriptive Essays, it is a good time to
think about keyboarding skills. Some students could benefit
from a little practice. Students have access to Typing Club (6th grade
subscriptions have been updated). To log in, go to https://hehms.typingclub.com/.
Students can log in using google, or their e-mail and e-mail password.
Important Dates
Monday (10/15): Quarter 2 Begins
Monday (10/15): Scholastic Book Orders due
Wednesday (10/17): Fantasy/Science Fiction Book Report - book approval due
Thursday (1018): IXL - E.4, E.5, JJ.1, JJ.2 due
Friday (10/19): ASB Schoolwide Assembly
Saturday (10/20): Hauntington Breakfast (8:00 - 11:00 a.m.)
Monday (10/22- 10/26): Red Ribbon Week
Friday (11/9): 6th Grade Dance
Monday (11/12): Veteran's Day -- No School
Wednesday (11/14): Noontime Fun
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Thursday Classwork: "Hammurabi's Code: Was It Just?" - Documents A, B, C with questions
Homework: none
English
Thursday Classwork: Wonder Valley Essay Introduction Paragraph -
- How to write a hook (with handouts and examples)
- Background - 5 Ws (blue handout)
- Thesis - use prompt to write a "roadmap" thesis
- Rough draft of Introduction paragraph on green rough draft paper
Homework:
- Finish the Introduction for the Wonder Valley essay (Hook, Background, Thesis) using the green rough draft handout
Please Note
...October Scholastic Book Orders are due tomorrow
If you would like to order, please return the order form with a check (no cash)
by Friday, October 12th. If you choose to order directly online, our class code is LB99V.
...the photos from Wonder Valley are posted below.
Important Dates
Friday (10/12): Scholastic Book Orders due
Friday (10/12): Quarter 1 Ends (Minimum Day)
Monday (10/15): Quarter 2 Begins
Wednesday (10/17): Fantasy/Science Fiction Book Report - book approval due
Friday (10/19): ASB Schoolwide Assembly
Saturday (10/20): Hauntington Breakfast (8:00 - 11:00 a.m.)
Monday (10/22- 10/26): Red Ribbon Week
Friday (11/9): 6th Grade Dance
Monday (11/12): Veteran's Day -- No School
Wednesday (11/14): Noontime Fun
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Wednesday Classwork:
- Growth Mindset vs. Fixed Mindset - "Your Brain Is Plastic" video
- "Hammurabi's Code: Was It Just?" - Background Essay
Homework: Unit 1 Timeline (due Thursday) - Use the online ISN to answer the questions. Don't forget to write complete stand-alone sentences. This will count as a quiz grade.
#10 should include some transitions and words to signal differences (contrast). Use your English Journal p. 14.
#10 should include some transitions and words to signal differences (contrast). Use your English Journal p. 14.
English
Wednesday Classwork - Wonder Valley Essay:
- Brainstorming (thinking) on "Wonder Valley Memories" planning sheet
- BrainPop - "Pre-Writing: Organizing Your Thoughts"
- Graphic organizer for 5 paragraph essay
Homework:
- If you have not finished the brainstorming pages, "Wonder Valley Memories," please finish it for homework. Tomorrow we write!
- Fantasy/Science Fiction Book Report Approval form - Choose a book and get it approved by October 17. Use the pink approval form.
Please Note
...October Scholastic Book Orders were sent home yesterday.
If you would like to order, please return the order form with a check (no cash)
by Friday, October 12th. If you choose to order directly online, our class code is LB99V.
...the photos from Wonder Valley are posted below.
Please enjoy!
Important Dates
Wednesday (10/10): IXL - E.1, DD.1, DD.2, DD.3 due
Thursday (10/11): Social Studies - Unit 1 Timeline Challenge due
Thursday (10/11): Hauntington Breakfast Ticket Sales Turn-in Day
Friday (10/12): Scholastic Book Orders due
Friday (10/12): Quarter 1 Ends (Minimum Day)
Monday (10/15): Quarter 2 Begins
Wednesday (10/17): Fantasy/Science Fiction Book Report - book approval due
Friday (10/19): ASB Schoolwide Assembly
Saturday (10/20): Hauntington Breakfast (8:00 - 11:00 a.m.)
Monday (10/22- 10/26): Red Ribbon Week
Friday (11/9): 6th Grade Dance
Monday (11/12): Veteran's Day -- No School
Wednesday (11/14): Noontime Fun
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Tuesday Classwork:
- Chapter 6 = Exploring Four Empires of Mesopotamia - Overview of chapter in online History Alive! text with Interactive Tutorials
- "Hammurabi's Code: Was It Just?" - Document Based Question activity
Homework: Unit 1 Timeline (due Thursday) - Use the online ISN to answer the questions. Don't forget to write complete stand-alone sentences. This will count as a quiz grade.
English
Tuesday Classwork: Descriptive Essay - Wonder Valley -
- Writing Tools (handouts) - sensory language, feelings/emotions word bank, etc.
- Planning Sheet - "Wonder Valley Memories" to brainstorm subtopics
Homework:
- IXL - E.1, DD.1, DD.2, DD.3 (due Wed. 10/10)
- Fantasy/Science Fiction Book Report Approval form - Choose a book and get it approved by October 17. Use the pink approval form.
Please Note
...October Scholastic Book Orders were distributed today.
If you would like to order (optional), please return the order form with a check (no cash)
by Friday, October 12th. If you choose to order directly online, our class code is LB99V.
...the photos from Wonder Valley are posted below.
Please enjoy!
Important Dates
Wednesday (10/10): IXL - E.1, DD.1, DD.2, DD.3 due
Thursday (10/11): Social Studies - Unit 1 Timeline Challenge due
Thursday (10/11): Hauntington Breakfast Ticket Sales Turn-in Day
Friday (10/12): Scholastic Book Orders due
Friday (10/12): Quarter 1 Ends (Minimum Day)
Monday (10/15): Quarter 2 Begins
Wednesday (10/17): Fantasy/Science Fiction Book Report - book approval due
Friday (10/19): ASB Schoolwide Assembly
Saturday (10/20): Hauntington Breakfast (8:00 - 11:00 a.m.)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Monday Classwork:
- "Growth Mindset" vs. "Fixed Mindset" discussion
- Compare and Contrast Key Words in English Journal, p. 14 (to be used with the Unit 1 Timeline Challenge, question #10)
- Chapter 6 = Exploring Four Empires of Mesopotamia - Introduction, Sections 1-2 in online text (overview)
Homework: Unit 1 Timeline Challenge - due Thursday, 10/11 (remember to complete this online, not in the ISN workbook)
English
Monday Classwork:
- Introduction of Descriptive Essay (Wonder Valley) prompt
- BrainPop - "Show Not Tell" with handout
- IXL - E.1 (Identify Sensory Details), E.4 and E.5 (Figures of Speech) handout
- Yellow packet - directions for 1st page (p. 34) - "Appeal to the Reader's Senses"
Homework:
- Complete the first page in the yellow packet (p. 34). Remember to list at least 3 adjectives on each line, and focus on sensory language to describe Wonder Valley for the bottom section.
- IXL - E.1, DD.1, DD.2, DD.3 (due Wed. 10/10)
Please Note
...there will be no "finals" for English and Social Studies this week.
Because of the way Wonder Valley fell on the calendar this year,
we did most of our big assessments before leaving for camp. However,
The Social Studies Unit 1 Timeline Challenge will count as a quiz grade (due Thurs.)
...the photos from Wonder Valley are posted below.
More to come!
Important Dates
Wednesday (10/10): IXL - E.1, DD.1, DD.2, DD.3 due
Thursday (10/11): Social Studies - Unit 1 Timeline Challenge due
Thursday (10/11): Hauntington Breakfast Ticket Sales Turn-in Day
Friday (10/12): Quarter 1 Ends (Minimum Day)
Monday (10/15): Quarter 2 Begins
Friday (10/19): ASB Schoolwide Assembly
Saturday (10/20): Hauntington Breakfast (8:00 - 11:00 a.m.)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Friday Classwork: Chapter 4/5 Test
Homework: Unit 1 Timeline Challenge (online) - make sure you use complete stand-alone sentences (due Thursday 10/11)
English
Friday Classwork: "Stray" packet p. 13-14, lesson on writing a summary of a narrative, with English Journal p. 13
Homework: IXL - E.1, DD.1, DD.2, DD.3 (due Wednesday 10/10)
Please Note
... to keep selling Hauntington Breakfast Tickets!
...important information about Wonder Valley
is available on the HMS website. Just click on the Wonder Valley link
to access details about departure times, packing lists, etc.
Don't forget to be at school by 6:30 a.m. on Monday morning.
See you then!
Important Dates
Monday (10/1) - Friday (10/5): Wonder Valley!
Wonder Valley Theme Days!
Tuesday (10/2): "Light Bright Day" - Wear anything brightly colored or neon!
Thursday (10/4): "Disney Day" - Wear anything Disney!
Wednesday (10/10): IXL - E.1, DD.1, DD.2, DD.3 due
Thursday (10/11): Social Studies - Unit 1 Timeline Challenge due
Friday (10/12): Quarter 1 Ends (Minimum Day)
Saturday (10/20): Hauntington Breakfast (8:00 - 11:00 a.m.)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Thursday Classwork:
- Introduction of Timeline Challenge for Unit 1 = Early Humans and the Rise of Civilization
- Chapter 5 Activity = Characteristics of Civilization in Sumer (last few sections should be completed)
Homework:
- Review for the Chapter 4/5 Test tomorrow
- As a homework assignment, do the online Lesson Game for Chapters 4 and 5 (due tomorrow)
- Unit 1 Timeline Challenge - thoughtfully compete the questions using complete stand-alone sentences (due Thursday, 10/11)
- ISN workbooks will be collected tomorrow for a Classwork grade on your notes for Lessons 4 and 5.
English
Thursday Classwork: "Stray" Unit Test
Homework: The "Stray" green packet will be collected tomorrow for a Classwork grade. You do not need to do p. 12-14. We will do those in class tomorrow.
Please Note
... to keep selling Hauntington Breakfast Tickets!
...the Wonder Valley student informational meeting will
take place during PE classes tomorrow (Friday).
Additional information about packing, departure times, buses, etc.
is available on the HMS website. Just click on the Wonder Valley link.
Important Dates
Friday (9/28): Social Studies Chapter 4/5 Test
Monday (10/1) - Friday (10/5): Wonder Valley!
Wonder Valley Theme Days!
Tuesday (10/2): "Light Bright Day" - Wear anything brightly colored or neon!
Thursday (10/4): "Disney Day" - Wear anything Disney!
Friday (10/12): Quarter 1 Ends (Minimum Day)
Saturday (10/20): Hauntington Breakfast (8:00 - 11:00 a.m.)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Wednesday Classwork: Chapter 5 Activity - Characteristics of Civilization in Sumer
Homework: If you have time, you could begin to review for the Chapter 4/5 test on Friday. Both of the online Lesson Games have been assigned and will be due by Friday. You could also use the Interactive Tutorials for the different sections and access the Vocabulary Cards for further review.
English
Wednesday Classwork: "Stray" Response to Literature practice - RACES response (with brainstorming on white boards and writing on p. 15 of the green "Stray" packet)
Homework:
- Period 4 - Finish the RACES response on p. 15 of the green "Stray" packet
- Review for the "Stray" Unit test tomorrow. Test review guidelines were passed out today (pink handout), and they are also attached through the link shown below. Don't forget to reread the story and review the key concepts that were covered.
Please Remember
... to keep selling Hauntington Breakfast Tickets!
Important Dates
Thursday (9/27): "Stray" Unit English Test
Friday (9/28): Social Studies Chapter 4/5 Test
Monday (10/1) - Friday (10/5): Wonder Valley!
Wonder Valley Theme Days!
Tuesday (10/2): "Light Bright Day" - Wear anything brightly colored or neon!
Thursday (10/4): "Disney Day" - Wear anything Disney!
Friday (10/12): Quarter 1 Ends (Minimum Day)
Saturday (10/20): Hauntington Breakfast (8:00 - 11:00 a.m.)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Tuesday Classwork: Chapter 5 Activity on characteristics of civilization in ancient Sumer
Homework:
- If you and your partner only finished one section in class today, you should try to complete a second one as homework (otherwise you will be getting behind!)
- The Chapters 4/5 Test will be Friday. You can start reviewing Chapter 4 by completing the Online Lesson game and/or using the Vocabulary Cards.
English
Tuesday Classwork: Review of writing guidelines for RACES responses (Writing Goals written in English Journal)
Homework:
- Realistic Fiction Book Report - due tomorrow (be ready to turn it in with the bright green planning sheet)
- The "Stray" test will be on Thursday. It will include comprehension questions and the skills we have been working on - Story Vocabulary, Elements of Plot, and Denotation/Connotation. The grammar focus is Singular and Plural Possessives. There will also be a Literary Analysis writing prompt (RACES response).
Please Remember
... to keep selling Hauntington Breakfast Tickets!
Important Dates
Wednesday (9/26): Realistic Fiction/Mystery Book Report due
Thursday (9/27): "Stray" Unit English Test
Friday (9/28): Social Studies Chapter 4/5 Test
Monday (10/1) - Friday (10/5): Wonder Valley!
Wonder Valley Theme Days!
Tuesday (10/2): "Light Bright Day" - Wear anything brightly colored or neon!
Thursday (10/4): "Disney Day" - Wear anything Disney!
Friday (10/12): Quarter 1 Ends (Minimum Day)
Saturday (10/20): Hauntington Breakfast (8:00 - 11:00 a.m.)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Monday Classwork: Chapter 5 = Ancient Sumer
- Preview Activity in ISN p. 31
- Introduction in online text
- Section 1 in online text with notes in ISN p. 32
- Activity to analyze artifacts and think about features of a civilization (Period 1 - Section 3 with notes in ISN p. 34, and Period 3 - Section 5 with notes in ISN on bottom of p. 35)
Homework: Finish the writing (3-5 sentences) for the Preview Activity in ISN p. 31 if not completed in class.
English
Monday Classwork:
- Connotation - list showing pairs of words with related meanings but different connotations for English Journal p. 12
- "Stray" packet p. 10-11 - Connotation and Denotation in "Stray"
Homework:
- IXL - T.2 (due tomorrow)
- Realistic Fiction Book Report - continue to work on the project every day and be ready to turn it in on Wednesday
- The "Stray" test will be on Thursday
Important Dates
Tuesday (9/25): IXL - T.2 due (Positive and Negative Connotation)
Tuesday (9/25): Make Up Picture Day
Wednesday (9/26): Realistic Fiction/Mystery Book Report due
Thursday (9/27): "Stray" Unit English Test
Friday (9/28): Social Studies Chapter 4/5 Test
Monday (10/1) - Friday (10/5): Wonder Valley!
Wonder Valley Theme Days!
Tuesday (10/2): "Light Bright Day" - Wear anything brightly colored or neon!
Thursday (10/4): "Disney Day" - Wear anything Disney!
Friday (10/12): Quarter 1 Ends (Minimum Day)
Saturday (10/20): Hauntington Breakfast (8:00 - 11:00 a.m.)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Friday Classwork: Chapter 4, Sections 5 and 6 with notes in ISN p. 27-28
Homework: The Chapter 4/5 test will be on Friday, September 28. Students can start reviewing the Chapter 4 portion any time. The online Lesson Game and Vocabulary cards are a good place to start.
English
Friday Classwork:
- Lesson on Denotation/Connotation in English Journal
- IXL - T.2 (Positive and Negative Connotation)
Homework:
- IXL - T.2 (due Tuesday)
- Realistic Fiction Book Report - continue to work on the project every day and be ready to turn it in on Wednesday
- The "Stray" test will be on Thursday
Please Note...
...Hauntington Breakfast ticket sales continue!
Remember to turn in all unsold tickets too. Questions? Ask the office!
Prize information is on the HMS website home page!
Important Dates
Monday (9/24): Pinwheels for Peace (Homeroom)
Tuesday (9/25): IXL - T.2 due (Positive and Negative Connotation)
Tuesday (9/25): Make Up Picture Day
Wednesday (9/26): Realistic Fiction/Mystery Book Report due
Thursday (9/27): "Stray" Unit English Test
Friday (9/28): Social Studies Chapter 4/5 Test
Monday (10/1) - Friday (10/5): Wonder Valley!
Wonder Valley Theme Days!
Tuesday (10/2): "Light Bright Day" - Wear anything brightly colored or neon!
Thursday (10/4): "Disney Day" - Wear anything Disney!
Friday (10/12): Quarter 1 Ends (Minimum Day)
Saturday (10/20): Hauntington Breakfast (8:00 - 11:00 a.m.)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Thursday Classwork:
- Chapter 4, Section 4 Activity with notes in ISN, p. 26
- Chapter 4, Section 5 activity - create a defense plan for your city (partner work)
Homework: Finish your notes for ISN p. 26 (if not completed in class)
English
Thursday Classwork:
- "Stray" packet p. 8 - corrected homework and discussed finding evidence to support answers
- Realistic Fiction/Mystery Book Report - independent work time
Homework:
- "Stray" green packet p. 9 (don't forget to use complete stand-alone sentences and address all parts of the prompt)
- Work on your book report project a little bit every night (due next Wed. 9/26)
Please Note...
...Hauntington Breakfast ticket sales continue!
Remember to turn in all unsold tickets too. Questions? Ask the office!
Prize information is on the HMS website home page!
Important Dates
Monday (9/24): Pinwheels for Peace (Homeroom)
Tuesday (9/25): Make Up Picture Day
Wednesday (9/26): Realistic Fiction/Mystery Book Report due
Friday (9/28): Social Studies Chapter 4/5 Test
Monday (10/1) - Friday (10/5): Wonder Valley!
Wonder Valley Theme Days!
Tuesday (10/2): "Light Bright Day" - Wear anything brightly colored or neon!
Thursday (10/4): "Disney Day" - Wear anything Disney!
Friday (10/12): Quarter 1 Ends (Minimum Day)
Saturday (10/20): Hauntington Breakfast (8:00 - 11:00 a.m.)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Wednesday Classwork: Chapter 4, Section 3 - reading in online text and notes in ISN p. 25
Homework: none
English
Wednesday Classwork:
- "Stray" green packet - finished top of p 8 to determine Narrator Point of View
- Realistic Fiction/Mystery Book Report - directions (bright green) and final draft booklets assembled
Homework:
- "Stray" green packet - p. 8 (use the white "Stray" story packet to find evidence)
- IXL - Q.2, Y.6, Y.7 due tomorrow
Please Note...
...Hauntington Breakfast ticket sales continue!
Remember to turn in all unsold tickets too. Questions? Ask the office!
Prize information is on the HMS website home page!
Important Dates
Wednesday (9/19): Noontime Fun! (Carnival Games)
Thursday (9/20): IXL - Q.2, Y.6, Y.7 due
Thursday (9/20): Hauntington Breakfast ticket turn-in date
Monday (9/24): Pinwheels for Peace (Homeroom)
Tuesday (9/25): Make Up Picture Day
Wednesday (9/26): Realistic Fiction/Mystery Book Report due
Friday (9/28): Social Studies Chapter 4/5 Test
Monday (10/1) - Friday (10/5): Wonder Valley!
Wonder Valley Theme Days!
Tuesday (10/2): "Light Bright Day" - Wear anything brightly colored or neon!
Thursday (10/4): "Disney Day" - Wear anything Disney!
Friday (10/12): Quarter 1 Ends (Minimum Day)
Saturday (10/20): Hauntington Breakfast (8:00 - 11:00 a.m.)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Tuesday Classwork:
- Lesson 4, Section 2 - reading in online text and notes in ISN, p. 24
- Lesson 4, Section 3 Activity (plan for controlling water supply in Sumer)
Homework: none
English
Tuesday Classwork:
- Note-taking - Chart for determining Narrator Point-of-View
- "Stray" Packet p. 8, "Finding Text Evidence," revised #1-2 to find text evidence to support Narrator Point-of-View determination
Homework:
- Book Report - complete the reading and "Stop and Jot" post-its by tomorrow. Bring your book to class to begin the project.
- IXL - Q.2, Y.6, Y.7 due Thursday
Please Note...
...Hauntington Breakfast ticket sales continue!
Remember to turn in all unsold tickets too. Questions? Ask the office!
Prize information is on the HMS website home page!
Important Dates
Wednesday (9/19): Realistic Fiction/Mystery Book Report - reading due date
(Bring your book to class to begin project. Don't forget your "Stop & Jot post-its with notes!)
Wednesday (9/19): Noontime Fun! (Carnival Games)
Thursday (9/20): IXL - Q.2, Y.6, Y.7 due
Thursday (9/20): Hauntington Breakfast ticket turn-in date
Monday (9/24): Pinwheels for Peace (Homeroom)
Tuesday (9/25): Make Up Picture Day
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Classwork: Chapter 4 = The Rise of Sumerian City-States - Preview Activity (ISN p. 23) Introduction in online Chapter, Section 1 with notes (ISN, top of p. 24), Section 2 discussion
Homework: Finish up your ISN notes from today if you did not finish in class (for only those sections covered in class)
English
Classwork: Elements of Plot in "Stray" (English Journal activity)
Homework:
- "Stray" green packet, p. 4-7
- Book Report - complete the reading and "Stop and Jot" post-its by Wednesday. Bring your book to class on Wednesday to begin the project.
- IXL - Q.2, Y.6, Y.7 due Thursday
Please Note...
...Hauntington Breakfast ticket sales continue!
Remember to turn in all unsold tickets too. Questions? Ask the office!
Prize information is on the HMS website home page!
Important Dates
Wednesday (9/19): Realistic Fiction/Mystery Book Report - reading due date
(Bring your book to class to begin project. Don't forget your "Stop & Jot post-its with notes!)
Wednesday (9/19): Noontime Fun! (Outdoor Games)
Thursday (9/20): IXL - Q.2, Y.6, Y.7 due
Thursday (9/20): Hauntington Breakfast ticket turn-in date
Monday (9/24): Pinwheels for Peace (Homeroom)
Tuesday (9/25): Make Up Picture Day
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Friday Classwork: Chapter 3 Test
Homework: none
English
Friday Classwork: "Stray" by Cynthia Rylant - reading and annotating with focus on elements of plot
Homework:
- "Stray" green packet p.4-7 (due Tuesday)
- IXL - Q.2, Y.6, Y.7 (due Thursday)
Important Dates
Friday (9/14): 6th Grade Dance (6:00 - 8:00 p.m.)
(Location: HMS Cafeteria, Theme: Sports Center)
Wednesday (9/19): Realistic Fiction/Mystery Book Report - reading due date
(Bring your book to class to begin project. Don't forget your "Stop & Jot post-its with notes!)
Wednesday (9/19): Noontime Fun! (Outdoor Games)
Thursday (9/20): IXL - Q.2, Y.6, Y.7 due
Thursday (9/20): Hauntington Breakfast ticket turn-in date
Monday (9/24): Pinwheels for Peace (Homeroom)
Tuesday (9/25): Make Up Picture Day
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Thursday Classwork:
- Chapter 3, Section 6 with notes in ISN, p. 22
- Paleolithic vs. Neolithic Review Activity (blue sheet)
- Video - "Catalhoyuk - Morgan Freeman in the Story of God"
- "Mysteries of Catalhoyuk" link on Mrs. Doan's web page
Homework:
- Review for the Chapter 3 test tomorrow = From Hunters and Gatherers to Farmers (you might want to use the Vocabulary cards and the notes you took in your ISN, as well as the chapter)
- HW - Complete the Online Chapter 3 Lesson Game called "Charting the Course"
English
Thursday Classwork:
- Story Vocabulary lesson in English Journal with Fuju Cartoon video (posted below)
- Elements of Plot page in English Journal
Homework: "Stray" green packet p.2-3
Important Dates
Friday (9/14): Chapter 3 Social Studies Test
Friday (9/14): Wonder Valley Registration Forms and Payment Due
Friday (9/14): 6th Grade Dance (6:00 - 8:00 p.m.)
(Location: HMS Cafeteria, Theme: Sports Center)
Wednesday (9/19): Realistic Fiction/Mystery Book Report - reading due date
(Bring your book to class to begin project. Don't forget your "Stop & Jot post-its with notes!)
Wednesday (9/19): Noontime Fun! (Outdoor Games)
Thursday (9/20): IXL - Q.2, Y.6, Y.7 due
Thursday (9/20): Hauntington Breakfast ticket turn-in date
Monday (9/24): Pinwheels for Peace (Homeroom)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Wednesday Classwork: Chapter 3, Section 4 with notes in ISN on p. 20
Homework: Read Chapter 3, Section 5 in the online History Alive! text and do the notes in the ISN on p. 21.
English
Wednesday Classwork: Hatchet Unit Test
Homework: IXL - E.2, V.1, X.7 (due tomorrow)
Important Dates
Thursday (9/13): IXL - E.2, V.1, X.7 due
Thursday (9/13): Hauntington Breakfast ticket turn-in date
Friday (9/14): Chapter 3 Social Studies Test
Friday (9/14): Wonder Valley Registration Forms and Payment Due
Friday (9/14): 6th Grade Dance (6:00 - 8:00 p.m.)
(Location: HMS Cafeteria, Theme: Sports Center)
Wednesday (9/19): Realistic Fiction/Mystery Book Report - reading due date
(Bring your book to class to begin project. Don't forget your "Stop & Jot post-its with notes!)
Wednesday (9/19): Noontime Fun!
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Tuesday Classwork:
- Chapter 3 partner activity, Sections 1-3 with ISN p. 17-19
- Hominin posters and planning sheets turned in
Homework: none
English
Tuesday Classwork:
- Guidelines for Hatchet Unit test review (pink handout)
- Study Sync - online lesson on Point of View in Hatchet with Your Turn Quiz
Homework:
- Review for the Hatchet Unit test - use the pink handout for guidelines
- Hatchet green packet - p. 9 on Point of View
- Be ready to turn in your Hatchet green packet tomorrow
- IXL - E.2, V.1, X.7 (due Thursday 9/13)
Please Note
...Today students took a "Your Turn" quiz on a literary analysis skill - Point of View.
We will be doing these online quizzes periodically in our Study Sync program.
They are often challenging and focus on identifying the text evidence that best supports
a student's answer. They may appear in Power School as a +0/2, or +1/2, but please
note that they are calculated as a very minor 1 point quiz grade in the overall grade.
(FYI, it is important to have this data in the record to monitor how students are
mastering these standards). Please let me know if you have any questions!
Important Dates
Wednesday (9/12): Hatchet Unit Test
Thursday (9/13): IXL - E.2, V.1, X.7 due
Thursday (9/13): Hauntington Breakfast ticket turn-in date
Friday (9/14): Chapter 3 Social Studies Test
Friday (9/14): Wonder Valley Registration Forms and Payment Due
Friday (9/14): 6th Grade Dance (6:00 - 8:00 p.m.)
(Location: HMS Cafeteria, Theme: Sports Center)
Wednesday (9/19): Realistic Fiction/Mystery Book Report - reading due date
(Bring your book to class to begin project. Don't forget your "Stop & Jot post-its with notes!)
Wednesday (9/19): Noontime Fun!
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Monday Classwork:
- Lesson 3 = From Hunters and Gatherers to Farmers - Preview Activity in ISN p. 17
- Introduction in History Alive online, Lesson 3
- Section 1 (online) - (Period 1 finished the notes in ISN p. 17, Period 3 will do tomorrow)
Homework: Early Hominin Poster is due tomorrow. Please write your name on the back of the poster (you do not need to mount it on construction paper) and be ready to turn it in with your blue planning sheet. Don't forget to re-read the directions one more time!
English
Monday Classwork:
- Study Sync - Hatchet Skill lesson video on Point of View with green packet p. 7
Homework:
- Hatchet green packet p. 8 (please carefully read and highlight the top section before answering #1-4)
- IXL - E.2, V.1, X.7 (due Thursday 9/13)
- The Hatchet Unit test will be on Wednesday. It will cover the grammar skills we have been covering (types of sentences, subjects, predicates, run-on sentences, and fragments) as well as the skills we have been covering in Hatchet (comprehension, vocabulary, literary analysis narrator Point of View). There will also be a RACES response, and you will be able to refer to your English Journal for that portion of the test.
Important Dates
Tuesday (9/11): Early Hominin Poster due
Wednesday (9/12): Hatchet Unit Test
Thursday (9/13): IXL - E.2, V.1, X.7 due
Thursday (9/13): Hauntington Breakfast ticket turn-in date
Friday (9/14): Wonder Valley Registration Forms and Payment Due
Friday (9/14): 6th Grade Dance (6:00 - 8:00 p.m.)
(Location: HMS Cafeteria, Theme: Sports Center)
Wednesday (9/19): Realistic Fiction/Mystery Book Report - reading due date
(Bring your book to class to begin project. Don't forget your "Stop & Jot post-its with notes!)
Wednesday (9/19): Noontime Fun!
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Friday Classwork: Early Hominin Poster
Homework: The Early Hominin Poster is due Tuesday. Don't forget to use the blue directions/planning sheet to make sure you are including all the required components.
English
Friday Classwork:
- Book Report "Stop and Jot" - directions on how to use post-its to start planning for your book report project
- Hatchet - Study Sync TV on Point of View with green packet, p. 3 (bottom)
- Think Question #2 in white packet with RACES responses - "How do Brian's thoughts, feelings, and reactions change....?"
Homework:
- Continue to read your Book Report book and use the "Stop and Jot" post-its to make notes about plot
- IXL - E.2, V.1, X.7 (due Thursday9/13)
- The Hatchet Unit test will be on Wednesday. It will cover the grammar skills we have been covering (types of sentences, subjects, predicates, run-on sentences, and fragments) as well as the skills we have been covering in Hatchet (comprehension, vocabulary, literary analysis narrator Point of View). There will also be a RACES response, and you will be able to refer to your English Journal for that portion of the tests.
Please Note...
...Hauntington Breakfast ticket sales begin today!
Students who had submitted permission slips were given a packet of
tickets. The first turn-in date is Thursday, Sept. 13.
Information about prizes was also shared!
Important Dates
Tuesday (9/11): Early Hominin Poster due
Wednesday (9/12): Hatchet Unit Test
Thursday (9/13): IXL - E.2, V.1, X.7 due
Thursday (9/13): Hauntington Breakfast ticket turn-in date
Friday (9/14): Wonder Valley Registration Forms and Payment Due
Friday (9/14): 6th Grade Dance (6:00 - 8:00 p.m.)
(Location: HMS Cafeteria)
Wednesday (9/19): Realistic Fiction/Mystery Book Report - reading due date
(Bring your book to class to begin project. Don't forget your "Stop & Jot post-its with notes!)
Wednesday (9/19): Noontime Fun!
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Thursday Classwork: Early Hominins poster project
Homework: if you did not finish the planning sheet for your Early Hominins Poster, please do so tonight it and turn it in first thing in the morning
English
Thursday Classwork: Narrator Point of View lesson in English Journal
Homework: Complete the yellow worksheet (2-sided) on Point of View. Don't forget to use your English Journal for reference.
Please Note...
...Scholastic Book Orders are due tomorrow (Friday).
If you would like to order (optional), please return the order form with a check (no cash)
or, if you choose to order directly online, our class code is LB99V.
Important Dates
Friday (9/7): Hauntington Breakfast Kickoff Video (Homeroom)
Tuesday (9/11): Early Hominin Poster due
Friday (9/14): Wonder Valley Registration Forms and Payment Due
Friday (9/14): 6th Grade Dance (6:00 - 8:00 p.m.)
(Location: HMS Cafeteria)
Wednesday (9/19): Realistic Fiction/Mystery Book Report - reading due date
(bring your book to class to begin project)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Wednesday Classwork:
- The Dawn of Humanity (Nova Science Documentary - PBS)
- Directions for Hominin poster project
Homework: Optional - You could use the link below "More Information About Hominids" and the blue handout to start planning your poster.
English
Wednesday Classwork:
- Review of RACES response homework (self-assessment)
- Tips for using "Evidence Based Terminology" in English Journal
Homework: IXL - X.1, X.5, X.6 (due tomorrow)
Please Note...
...Scholastic Book Orders are due by Friday, Sept. 7th.
If you would like to order (optional), please return the order form with a check (no cash)
or, if you choose to order directly online, our class code is LB99V.
Important Dates
Thursday (9/6): IXL - X.1, X.5, X.6 due
Friday (9/7): Hauntington Breakfast Kickoff Video (Homeroom)
Friday (9/14): Wonder Valley Registration Forms and Payment Due
Friday (9/14): 6th Grade Dance (6:00 - 8:00 p.m.)
(Location: HMS Cafeteria)
Wednesday (9/19): Realistic Fiction/Mystery Book Report - reading due date
(bring your book to class to begin project)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Tuesday Classwork: The Dawn of Humanity (Nova Science Documentary - PBS)
Homework: Review Chapter 2 by completing the online Lesson Game ("Matrix of Knowledge")
English
Tuesday Classwork:
- RACES Response lesson with "The Three Little Pigs" in English Journal
- RACES Response practice with Hatchet - Think Question #3 on graphic organizer
Homework: RACES Response -
- Think Question #5 on graphic organizer handout (don't forget to use your Study Sync workbook and English Journal)
- Realistic Fiction/Mystery Book Report - book approval due tomorrow (Wed. 9/5)
- IXL - X.1, X.5, X.6 (due Thursday)
Please Note...
...Back-to School Scholastic Book Orders were distributed today.
If you would like to order (optional), please return the order form with a check (no cash)
by Friday, Sept. 7th. If you choose to order directly online, our class code is LB99V.
Important Dates
Wednesday (9/5): Realistic Fiction/Mystery Book Report Approval due
Thursday (9/6): IXL - X.1, X.5, X.6 due
Friday (9/14): Wonder Valley Registration Forms and Payment Due
Friday (9/14): 6th Grade Dance (6:00 - 8:00 p.m.)
(Location: HMS Cafeteria)
Wednesday (9/19): Realistic Fiction/Mystery Book Report - reading due date
(bring your book to class to begin project)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Friday Classwork: Chapter 2, Section 4 = Homo Sapiens
Homework: Think about which hominin group you would like to choose for the project we will begin on Monday.
English
Friday Classwork:
- Review of last night's homework assignment and self-grading activity
- Papers passed back - Spelling words and Writing Goals written in English Journal
- RACES Response (Restate, Answer, Cite, Explain, Sum-It-Up) activity in English Journal
Homework:
- IXL - X.1, X.5, X.6 (due Thursday)
- Realistic Fiction/Mystery Book Report Approval (pink form) is due by Sept. 5
Important Dates
Monday (9/3): Labor Day (No School!)
Wednesday (9/5): Realistic Fiction/Mystery Book Report Approval due
Thursday (9/6): IXL - X.1, X.5, X.6 due
Friday (9/14): Wonder Valley Registration Forms and Payment Due
Friday (9/14): 6th Grade Dance (6:00 - 8:00 p.m.)
(Location: HMS Cafeteria)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Thursday Classwork: Chapter 2, Section 3 (Homo Neanderthalensis)
Homework: In the online History Alive program, go to Chapter 2 and review sections 1-3. Make sure you click on the vocabulary words to review their meanings and complete the Interactive Tutorials.
English
Thursday Classwork:
- Power Point Presentation on Annotating and Highlighting
- Reference pages on annotating and highlighting in English Journal
- Hatchet annotation assignment (green packet p. 3)
Homework:
- Finish the Annotation Assignment in your green Hatchet packet on p.3. Use your Study Sync workbook, p. 5-7, to highlight and annotate per the directions.
- Hatchet vocabulary - complete p. 4 in the green packet (don't forget to predict the meaning of each word in your annotations, then look up the definitions and write them down next to the vocab. words on the worksheet)
- Realistic Fiction/Mystery Book Report Approval (pink form) is due by Sept. 5
Reminder
....the Hauntington Breakfast
permission slips are due tomorrow, Friday, August 31st.
Important Dates
Friday (8/31): Hauntington Breakfast Permission Slips Due
Monday (9/3): Labor Day (No School!)
Wednesday (9/5): Realistic Fiction/Mystery Book Report Approval due
Friday (9/14): Wonder Valley Registration Forms and Payment Due
Friday (9/14): 6th Grade Dance (6:00 - 8:00 p.m.)
(Location: HMS Cafeteria)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Wednesday Classwork:
- Viedo - "The Beginnings of Humankind"
- Chapter 2, Section 2 (Homo Erectus) with notes in ISN p. 13
Homework: blue handout about the Leakeys (remember to answer using complete stand-alone sentences)
English
Wednesday Classwork:
- Study Sync - Turning Points workbook passed out
- Hatchet - Preview video
- Hatchet - first read of excerpt in workbook, p. 4-7
Homework:
- IXL - X.2, X.3, X.4 is due tomorrow (Thursday)
- Realistic Fiction/Mystery Book Report Approval (pink form) is due by Sept. 5
Reminder
.... Please give your parents the Hauntington Breakfast
permission slip that you received in Homeroom yesterday.
Completed and signed forms are due Friday, August 31st.
Important Dates
Thursday (8/30): IXL - X.2, X.3, X.4 due
Friday (8/31): Hauntington Breakfast Permission Slips Due
Monday (9/3): Labor Day (No School!)
Wednesday (9/5): Realistic Fiction/Mystery Book Report Approval due
Friday (9/14): Wonder Valley Registration Forms and Payment Due
Friday (9/14): 6th Grade Dance (6:00 - 8:00 p.m.)
(Location: HMS Cafeteria)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Due to an in-service meeting, there was a substitute teacher here for the first part of the morning. This affected some of the plans for the day, but I have tried to recap as best I can.
Tuesday Classwork: Chapter 2 = Early Hominins - Introduction in xerox copy of chapter, Section 1 with notes in ISN p. 12, and Section 2 (with notes?)
Homework: none
English
Tuesday Classwork: Period 4 - HMS Library visit
Homework:
- Continue to work on IXL - X.2, X.3, X.4 (due Thursday)
- Realistic Fiction/Mystery Book Report Approval (pink form) is due by Sept. 5
Reminder
.... Please give your parents the Hauntington Breakfast
permission slip that you received in Homeroom yesterday.
Completed and signed forms are due Friday, August 31st.
Important Dates
Thursday (8/30): IXL - X.2, X.3, X.4 due
Friday (8/31): Hauntington Breakfast Permission Slips Due
Monday (9/3): Labor Day (No School!)
Wednesday (9/5): Realistic Fiction/Mystery Book Report Approval due
Friday (9/14): Wonder Valley Registration Forms and Payment Due
Friday (9/14): 6th Grade Dance (6:00 - 8:00 p.m.)
(Location: HMS Cafeteria)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Monday Classwork:
- Setting up of Writing Goals and Dictionary pages in the back of the English Journal so notes can be made there based on Mrs. Doan's suggestions and corrections.
- Lesson 1 Notes - note-taking grades given back and spelling/writing goals noted in Journal
- Lesson 2 = Early Hominins, Preview Activity in ISN p. 11
Homework: Finish ISN p. 11 if not completed in class.
English
Monday Classwork: Lesson on Compound Subjects and Compound Predicates in English Journal
Homework:
- yellow packet on Subjects and Predicates (use your English Journal for reference)
- IXL - X.2, X.3, X.4 (due Thursday)
Reminder
.... Please give your parents the Hauntington Breakfast
permission slip that you received in Homeroom today.
Completed and signed forms are due Friday, August 31st.
...in class today we went over the directions for how to log into
Power School. Do not use the link on the HMS website (it is for
the old format). Students should use
...approval of a book for the September Realistic Fiction/Mystery Book Report
should be received by Wednesday, September 5.
Students have the Book Report Approval Form which should be signed by Mrs. Doan.
We will be visiting the HMS Library tomorrow (Tuesday) for an orientation,
so that may be a good time to choose a book!
...photos from our Cave Art Activity have been posted on Mrs. Doan's home page
(look for the Photo Album link).
Important Dates
Tuesday (8/28): PTA Association Meeting (8:30-11:00 a.m.)
Thursday (8/30): IXL - X.2, X.3, X.4 due
Friday (8/31): Hauntington Breakfast Permission Slips Due
Monday (9/3): Labor Day (No School!)
Wednesday (9/5): Realistic Fiction/Mystery Book Report Approval due
Friday (9/14): Wonder Valley Registration Forms and Payment Due
Friday (9/14): 6th Grade Dance (6:00 - 8:00 p.m.)
(Location: HMS Cafeteria)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Friday Classwork:
- Chapter 1 Social Studies Test
- ISN Workbooks collected - Chapter 1 notes will be checked for a Classwork grade
Homework: none
English
Friday Classwork: Grammar Lesson - subjects and predicates (in English Journal)
Homework: IXL - X.2, X.3, X.4 (due Thursday 8/31)
Please Note...
...approval of a book for the September Realistic Fiction/Mystery Book Report
should be received by Wednesday, September 5.
Students have the Book Report Approval Form which should be signed by Mrs. Doan.
We will be visiting the HMS Library on Tuesday for an orientation,
so that may be a good time to choose a book!
...photos from our Cave Art Activity have been posted on Mrs. Doan's home page
(look for the Photo Album link).
Important Dates
Tuesday (8/28): PTA Association Meeting (8:30-11:00 a.m.)
Thursday (8/30): IXL - X.2, X.3, X.4 due
Monday (9/3): Labor Day (No School!)
Friday (9/14): Wonder Valley Registration Forms and Payment Due
Friday (9/14): 6th Grade Dance (6:00 - 8:00 p.m.)
(Location: HMS Cafeteria)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Thursday Classwork:
- Video - "Lascaux's Prehistoric Cave Paintings" (Rick Steves)
- Video - "Cave of Altamira and Paleolithic Cave Art"
- Review for Chapter 1 test - online History Alive! program
Homework:
- Review for the Chapter 1 test tomorrow. Using the online History Alive! program, you should spend some time reviewing the chapter sections, doing the Interactive Tutorials, practicing the vocabulary (Vocabulary Cards), and playing the Lesson Game.
- Be ready to turn in your Chapter 1 Notes (ISN p. 7-9) for a Classwork grade
English
Thursday Classwork: Parts of Speech lesson in English Journal
Homework: yellow worksheet on Parts of Speech (use your English Journal as a resource)
Important Dates
Friday (8/23): Social Studies Chapter 1 Test
Friday (8/24): ASB Kickoff Assembly
Friday (8/24): HMS Rotary Interact Club Rush Game Day
3:00 - 4:30 in the HMS Cafeteria
Monday (9/3): Labor Day (No School!)
Friday (9/14): Wonder Valley Registration Forms and Payment Due
Friday (9/14): 6th Grade Dance (6:00 - 8:00 p.m.)
(Location: HMS Cafeteria)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Wednesday Classwork:
- Lesson 1, Cave Art Activity (last 3 stations)
- Online History Alive! - login directions and review of features in Chapter 1
Homework:
- Review your notes for Lesson 1, ISN p. 7-9, to make sure they are complete (they will be collected for a Classwork grade)
- Begin to review for the Chapter 1 test on Friday. Utilize the online features like the Lesson Game, Vocabulary Cards, and the Interactive Tutorials for the chapter.
English
Wednesday Classwork: Daily Language Review homework (corrected and discussed)
Homework: IXL - Y.1, Y.2, Y.3, Y.4 (due tomorrow)
FYI, It looks like IXL just did an update and the skills sections have been reorganized. The sections we are working on (Nouns) have been renamed. The new section numbers are Y.1, Y.2, Y.3, and Y.4.You do not need to do B.1 and B.2 for now. (If you already did them, that's great! They will be assigned later.) Due to the mix up, extra time can be given as needed to complete the sections.
Important Dates
Thursday (8/23): IXL - Y.1, Y.2, Y.3, Y.4 due
Friday (8/23): Social Studies Chapter 1 Test
Friday (8/24): ASB Kickoff Assembly
Friday (8/24): HMS Rotary Interact Club Rush Game Day
3:00 - 4:30 in the HMS Cafeteria
Monday (9/3): Labor Day (No School!)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Tuesday Classwork: Cave Art Activity, Chapter 1 = Investigating the Past
Homework: none
English
Tuesday Classwork:
- "Don't Forget" sign for locker - use the list to make sure you bring all required materials to class each day
- "Each and Every Day in Mrs. Doan's Class" handout - keep in plastic sheet protector in binder for reference
- 2018-2019 Book Report Schedule - keep in plastic sheet protector in binder for reference
- Proofread Marks in English Journal
Homework:
- Daily Language Review (DLR) - do the entire page, and don't forget to use the proofreading marks we went over in class today
- Continue to work on IXL a little bit each night. FYI, It looks like IXL just did an update and the skills sections have been reorganized. The sections we are working on (Nouns) have been renamed. The new section numbers are Y.1, Y.2, Y.3, and Y.4.You do not need to do B.1 and B.2 for now. (If you already did them, that's great! They will be assigned later.) Due to the mix up, extra time can be given as needed to complete the sections.
Important Dates
Wednesday, 8/22: PTA Sponsored Noontime Fun (Sponge Balll Water Fight)
Friday, 8/24: ASB Kickoff Assembly
Friday (8/24): HMS Rotary Interact Club Rush Game Day
3:00 - 4:30 in the HMS Cafeteria
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Monday Classwork:
- Sunday Los Angeles Times article on archeological discovery of lost city of Etzanoa in Kansas
- Chapter 1, Section 2 - reading in chapter packet with notes in ISN p. 6 (bottom)
English
Monday Classwork: Organizing of school supplies - there should be four sections in your binder (marked with binder dividers). They are:
- Social Studies
- Study Sync
- Writing Tools
- Grammar
Homework:
- Parent Signature on the IXL Intro. Letter (any time before Thursday 8/23)
- The "About Me" Student Survey is due tomorrow (Tuesday). Reminders - the writing can be done in pencil, please add color by using crayons or colored pencils (but make sure all the writing is visible), most boxes should include at least two thoughtfully written sentences, and please proofread carefully.
- Continue to work on IXL a little bit each night. FYI, It looks like IXL just did an update and the skills sections have been reorganized. The sections we are working on (Nouns) have been renamed. The new section numbers are Y.1, Y.2, Y.3, and Y.4.You do not need to do B.1 and B.2 for now. (If you already did them, that's great! They will be assigned later.) Due to the mix up, extra time can be given as needed to complete the sections.
Please Remember...
...tomorrow is Picture Day!
...the green "Course Outline and Signature Form" was sent home.
Please sign and return the bottom portion by Tuesday.
Important Dates
Tuesday, 8/21: Picture Day
Wednesday, 8/22: PTA Sponsored Noontime Fun (Sponge Balll Water Fight)
Friday, 8/24: ASB Kickoff Assembly
Friday (8/24): HMS Rotary Interact Club Rush Game Day
3:00 - 4:30 in the HMS Cafeteria
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Friday Classwork:
- ISN p. 4 - Geography Skills, Critical Thinking Questions #9-12 for the Unit 1 Geography Challenge (Early Humans and the Rise of Civilization)
- ISN p. 5 - Chapter 1 = Investigating the Past Preview Activity
- Reading of Chapter 1 (xerox) Introduction and Section 1 (with notes in ISN on top of p. 6)
Homework: Please bring a flashlight if you have not already done so
English
Friday Classwork:
- Introduction of IXL grammar program with log in information and parent letter
- First IXL assignment - handout for B.1 (Common and Proper Nouns) and B.2 (Forming Plurals of Nouns)
Homework:
- Parent Signature on the IXL Intro. Letter (any time before Thursday 8/23)
- IXL - B.1, B.2, B.3, B.4 due Thursday (8/23)
- The "About Me" Student Survey is due Tuesday. Reminders - the writing can be done in pencil, please add color by using crayons or colored pencils (but make sure all the writing is visible), most boxes should include at least two thoughtfully written sentences, and please proofread carefully.
Please Remember...
...fyi, Picture Order forms were sent home with students today.
... School supplies should be brought to school on Monday, August 20.
We will organize that day!
...the green "Course Outline and Signature Form" was sent home.
Please sign and return the bottom portion by Tuesday.
Important Dates
Monday, 8/20: Have school supplies organized and bring to class
Tuesday, 8/21: Picture Day
Wednesday, 8/22: PTA Sponsored Noontime Fun (Sponge Balll Water Fight)
Friday, 8/24: ASB Kickoff Assembly
Due:
Assignment
IXL Update!
It looks like IXL just did an update and the skills sections have been reorganized.
The sections we are working on (Nouns) have been renamed.
The new section numbers are Y.1, Y.2, Y.3, and Y.4.
You do not need to do B.1 and B.2 for now.
(If you already did them, that's great! They will be assigned later.)
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Thursday Classwork:
- Interactive Student Notebooks (ISN) passed out
- Unit 1 Setting the Stage (blue handout and map)
- ISN p. 2-3 started in class
Homework:
- Complete ISN p. 2-3 (use complete stand-alone sentences when required)
- Bring a flashlight to class tomorrow! Note: we will be using these flashlights for a few days.
English
Thursday Classwork: "How Do I Restate A Prompt?" and "Writing Stand-Alone Sentences" handouts (for English Journal)
Homework: The "About Me" Student Survey is due Tuesday. Reminders - the writing can be done in pencil, please add color by using crayons or colored pencils (but make sure all the writing is visible), most boxes should include at least two thoughtfully written sentences, and please proofread carefully.
Please Remember...
... to begin gathering school supplies. Students should try to have
all their supplies by Monday, August 20th.
...the "Course Outline and Signature Form" was sent home today.
Please sign and return the bottom portion by Tuesday.
Important Dates
Thursday (8/16): Discipline Assembly (during P.E. classes)
Monday, 8/20: Have school supplies organized and bring to class
Tuesday, 8/21: Picture Day
Wednesday, 8/22: PTA Sponsored Noontime Fun (Sponge Balll Water Fight)
Friday, 8/24: ASB Kickoff Assembly
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Wednesday Classwork: Sentence Stretching - homework review
Homework: Please bring a flashlight to class by Friday. Don't forget to make sure your name is on it.
English
Wednesday Classwork:
- "About Me" Student Survey directions
- Emoji Project
Homework: The "About Me" Student Survey is due Tuesday. Reminders - the writing can be done in pencil, please add color by using crayons or colored pencils (but make sure all the writing is visible), most boxes should include at least two thoughtfully written sentences, and please proofread carefully.
Please Remember...
... to begin gathering school supplies. Students should try to have
all their supplies by Monday, August 20th.
...students brought home a green flyer about Back To School Night. Parents will need
the information on that flyer, including the map and student schedule, for reference tonight!
Important Dates
Wednesday, 8/5: Back to School Night for parents, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Thursday (8/16): Discipline Assembly (during P.E. classes)
Monday, 8/20: Have school supplies organized and bring to class
Tuesday, 8/21: Picture Day
Wednesday, 8/22: PTA Sponsored Noontime Fun
Friday, 8/24: ASB Assembly
Due:
Assignment
Social Studies
Tuesday Classwork:
- Classroom Expectations for Mrs. Doan's class (the blue handout that you signed today should be saved and kept in your binder)
- "Stretch A Sentence" practice
English
Tuesday Classwork: "Emoji" writing project
Homework: Complete the two "Stretch A Sentence" worksheets
Please Remember...
... to begin gathering school supplies. Students should try to have
all their supplies by Monday, August 20th.
...students will be bringing home a green flyer about Back To School Night. Parents will need
the information on that flyer, including the map and student schedule, for reference that night.
Important Dates
Wednesday, 8/5: Back to School Night for parents, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Monday, 8/20: Have school supplies organized and bring to class
Tuesday, 8/21: Picture Day
Wednesday, 8/22: PTA Sponsored Noontime Fun
Friday, 8/24: ASB Assembly
Due:
Assignment
Welcome to my teacher web page!
I will post information about Classwork and Homework here daily.
Social Studies and English
Classwork:
Classwork:
- General announcements
- School Supplies List - bright green "Welcome" Letter
- "Who Is Mrs. Doan?" acitivity
- Friend Spotting
Homework: Please share the bright green "Welcome/School Supplies List" letter with your parents and start working on getting your school supplies together. If possible, bring your school supplies to school by Monday.
Important Dates
Wednesday, 8/5: Back to School Night for parents, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Monday, 8/20: Have school supplies organized and bring to class
Tuesday, 8/21: Picture Day
Wednesday, 8/22: PTA Sponsored Noontime Fun
Friday, 8/24: ASB Assembly